Senior Micro-Electronics Assembler

Location: Torrance, CA

Salary: $25.00‑$35.00/hr DOE. This hourly position is governed by the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America (Local 721) collective bargaining agreement. Pay is based on candidate experience, qualifications, skills, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Responsibilities

• Perform work from specifications, drawings, blueprints, test procedures, data sheets, oral and written instructions independently.
• Mechanical assembly of housing fabrication for HI‑REL channel amplifiers.
• MIC assembly including brazing, die attach, wedge‑wedge bonding, and gap welding.
• Support testing for electrical changes performed for tuning purposes.
• Operate under a microscope for extended periods of time.
• Interpret job routers, written instructions, wiring diagrams, and schematic drawings for electronics assembly.
• Conduct inspections to ensure assemblies meet or exceed standards.
• Disassemble, modify, rework, and re‑assemble assemblies and sub‑assemblies according to specifications and simulated conditions.
• Perform basic troubleshooting with or without guidance from the Engineering team.
• Serve as primary trainer for the defined area and assist in other trainings as required.
• Build the majority of high‑complexity part numbers/processes as determined by department leadership.
• Continuously meet or exceed production schedules and deadlines while maintaining quality standards.
• Maintain logs, paperwork, and forms accurately in accordance with company policy and practices.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor or manager.

Qualifications

Education / Experience: 10+ years in a high‑volume microwave or other high‑technology environment; at least 7 years of experience with brazing, die attach, wedge‑wedge bonding, and gap welding processes; ability to read and understand mechanical drawings and detailed work instructions; High School Diploma or GED required.

Certifications / Licenses: IPC J‑STD‑001, IPC‑A‑610, MIL‑STD‑2000, NASA‑STD‑8739.3, or equivalent.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to work under a 60× microscope for extended periods.
• Manual dexterity, coordination, and stamina for precision assembly tasks.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Effective management of multiple tasks and projects.
• Capability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Basic computer data‑entry skills.
• General knowledge of mechanical assembly processes; prior precision mechanical assembly experience preferred.
• Ability to maintain productivity and proactively transition between job assignments without specific direction.

Applicants must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or a protected individual as defined by ITAR regulations.