Cable Assembler

Job Title: Cable Assembler

Location: Poway, CA

Employment Type: Full-Time

Compensation & Shifts:

• 1st Shift: $25.96 / hour (5:00 AM – 2:30 PM)
• 2nd Shift: $27.26 / hour (3:00 PM – 12:30 AM)

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Cable Assembler to join our team in Poway, CA. Working under general supervision, this position is responsible for performing repetitive and standard electronic and mechanical assembly tasks, including cable harnessing, wiring, hand soldering, and component installation in accordance with engineering blueprints and quality control procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Build, wire, and assemble cables (including specialized long-length cable assemblies), wire harnesses, chassis, and printed circuit boards (PCBs).
• Perform mechanical assembly of panels, Line Replaceable Units (LRUs), batteries, and servo motors holding tolerances to exact specifications.
• Read and follow detailed engineering drawings, schematics, wiring lists, diagrams, and operational sequence instructions.
• Utilize precision hand and power tools including soldering irons, hot tweezers, calipers, tape measures, and compression connection tools.
• Monitor and verify quality per established quality control procedures; disassemble, modify, rework, and reassemble components as needed.
• Maintain clean work areas, follow all workplace safety practices, and observe company and regulatory standard operating procedures.
• Assist in cross-training lower-level assemblers and perform other assigned duties.

Qualifications & Requirements

Experience & Education

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Three (3) or more years of related electronic/mechanical assembly or cable harnessing experience.

Technical Skills & Certifications

• Demonstrated proficiency in hand soldering, wire crimping, and using assembly tools (hot tweezers, calipers, compression tools).
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings, blueprints, wire lists, and technical specifications.
• Certifications (Highly Preferred): Active or prior IPC/WHMA-A-620 certification and soldering certifications.
• Familiarity with basic PC-based applications for logging work and tracking production data.

Key Competencies & Clearances

• Strong reading comprehension and written/verbal communication skills in English to follow detailed multi-step instructions.
• Good visual perception, manual dexterity, and the ability to accurately distinguish between colors.
• Ability to work independently or in a team setting, with flexibility to work extended hours or overtime when required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) Security Clearance is required.

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