Electronics Assembler

Electronics Assembler

Under the direction and guidance of the Production Supervisor, the Electronics Assembler routes, wires, assembles and installs electrical-mechanical and electronic components in telemetry systems according to specifications, using fixtures and jigs, hand tools and equipment. Reads work instructions, drawings and specifications to determine assembly methods. Solders surface mount components to printed wiring using microscopes and hand soldering devices in high reliability environment IAW IPC-610_Cl. III standards.

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for assembling and handling products, equipment and materials per engineering and company's quality system procedures.
• Perform program specific tasks as required to ensure compliance to individual program requirements.
• Assemble printed wiring boards from engineering drawings and sketches using surface mount hardware, soldering irons and microscope.
• Cut wire to specified lengths, using wire cutters.
• Cut plastic sleeves and slip sleeves over wire ends to insulate connections.
• Crimp terminal eyelets and lugs to wire ends, using hand or machine crimping device.
• Route, comb, twist, wrap, tie and attach wire to terminal points, according to layout, using soldering iron and hand tools.
• Connect wiring to accessories, such as connectors, plugs and switches and install accessory assemblies in electrical or electronic units, using soldering iron and hand tools.
• Pot or encapsulate electrical and electronic components and assemblies.
• Follow company procedures for corrective action. Notify Production supervisor if a defect is identified to obtain guidance and assistance in resolving the problem.
• Responsible for following procedures for product assembly/fabrication, equipment operation and sound safety requirements as documented in the company's quality system.
• Promote cordial relationships and foster and maintain a favorable business profile with customers, suppliers, co-workers, industry and professional associations, government agencies and the local community.

Qualifications:

• Certified IPC Specialist J-STD-001 (IPC-610)
• Certified IPC Specialist 7711/7721
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Minimum of 2 years of work related experience.
• Security Clearance required upon hire: Clearance Not Required
• Security Clearance required for role: Clearance Not Required

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Experience with Cable and Wire Harness Assemblies.