Electronics Assembler

PGS Worldwide is seeking an Electronics Assembler in Buffalo, NY for a one-year onsite contract-to-hire role supporting a leading aerospace & defense company.

The Electronics Assembler will build and inspect electronic and electromechanical products supporting advanced simulation systems. This hands-on role may include circuit card assembly, fine-pitch soldering, microelectronics assembly, cable harness fabrication, continuity testing, rework, and repair. Candidates must be able to complete required in-house workmanship training.

Required Skills
• 2+ years of assembly or electronics experience, or an associate degree in Electronics or a related technical discipline.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• Soldering experience.
• Experience performing manufacturing or assembly tasks in a metric-based work environment.
• Ability to read and follow assembly drawings, diagrams, job aids, written instructions, and released build documentation.
• Ability to operate production equipment such as soldering stations, crimp tools, microscopes, and ovens.
• Ability to inspect work for workmanship and compliance.
• Ability to perform continuity checks on in-process and completed assemblies.
• Ability to accurately record production data in travelers, shop-floor systems, and quality records.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to follow safety, ESD, FOD, and cleanliness requirements.
• Ability to move objects weighing up to 10 lbs.
• Ability to successfully complete in-house workmanship training.

Preferred Skills
• Current or previous IPC-A-610 certification.
• Current or previous J-STD-001 certification.
• Class 2 soldering ability.
• Fine-pitch soldering experience.
• BGA rework or circuit card repair experience.
• Experience performing detailed assembly work under a microscope.
• Strong manual dexterity and precision.
• Microelectronics, electromechanical assembly, or cable harness experience.
• Ability to work independently without continuous supervision.
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.

What You'll Do
• Assemble electronic components using drawings, diagrams, and job aids.
• Perform circuit card, microelectronics, electromechanical, wire, and cable harness assembly as assigned.
• Operate production tools and equipment safely.
• Inspect assemblies and identify workmanship issues or nonconformances.
• Perform rework and repair activities as needed.
• Complete continuity checks and document production results.
• Collaborate with technicians, engineers, and supervisors to clarify instructions and improve processes.
• Maintain a safe, clean, ESD-controlled, and FOD-compliant work area.

Work Schedule / Shift
• 2nd shift, 4:00 PM-12:30 AM.
• Includes an unpaid 30-minute lunch.
• 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off.
• Schedule may change based on business needs.
• No relocation assistance.

Job ID: 1682

Military veterans and transitioning military members are encouraged to apply to all PGS Worldwide positions. All of our jobs are military-friendly, and we work with leaders in Aerospace who rely on your military expertise to support mission-critical programs nationwide. As a Veteran Founded company, we know that the military has given you the skills and training you need to succeed in positions like this, and we want to support your success in the civilian sector however we can. We thank you for your service and humbly offer our own in return by helping you take your career to the next level.