Aerospace Electronics Assembly Technician
About The Position
The Aerospace Electronics Assembly Technician assembles, inspects, and tests high-reliability electronic and electro-mechanical hardware for advanced space and defense systems. Using engineering documentation and technical standards, the technician performs precision assembly work, including cable and harness fabrication, soldering, and related production activities, while meeting quality and workmanship requirements. The role is part of Trident Systems’ Space Electronic Systems division, which develops space-based electronic systems for DoD, Intelligence Community, and civil space customers. The position may be filled at Trident level A, B, or C depending on the candidate’s qualifications. It reports to the Senior Manager, Manufacturing Engineering and does not supervise others.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Experience with electronics or cable assemblies.
- Experience with circuit-board-level soldering and desoldering.
- Basic ability to use computer software such as Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
- Level A: 0 to 3 years of prior related experience.
- Level B: Minimum of 4 years of related experience, or 2 years of post-secondary/associate-level education with 0 to 2 years of prior related experience.
- Level C: Minimum of 6 years of related experience, or 2 years of post-secondary/associate-level education with at least 2 years of prior related experience.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Willingness to perform other tasks as assigned.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with masking, conformal coating, connector potting, component staking, or component bonding.
Responsibilities
- Assemble electro-mechanical products in accordance with engineering instructions, technical manuals, and training.
- Follow written instructions to perform tasks in a standard and repeatable manner.
- Identify problems and issues in straightforward situations and use judgment to resolve certain issues.
- Perform wiring harness and cable assembly, including continuity checks on completed assemblies.
- Apply technical standards, including J-STD-001 and IPC/WHMA-A-620, to ensure manufactured hardware complies with requirements.
- Use small hand tools, calibrated equipment, soldering and desoldering equipment, and meters.
- Complete records of work in accordance with good documentation practices.
- Follow documented processes and procedures for proper handling of materials.
- Perform other tasks and duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Basic life insurance with AD&D
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Voluntary life insurance with AD&D, accident, critical illness, hospital, and pet coverage
- Spending accounts, including HSA, FSA, and DCFSA
- Paid time off
- Holidays
- 401(k) with company match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Parental, maternity, and military leaves
- Annual discretionary bonus for eligible roles
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
