Assembler - Electronics

Ametek, Inc.•City of Binghamton, NY

About The Position

The Electronics Assembler performs testing and troubleshooting on printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs) and operates PCBA assembly and test equipment to support department output objectives. The position reports directly to the Operations Supervisor. The role performs technical functions related to PCBA assembly, testing, and troubleshooting, including component-level failure analysis. It may involve interpreting electrical schematics or mechanical assembly prints, depending on the assigned focus area. The assembler also supports production documentation, equipment maintenance, operator and technician training, and production goals.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Two years of prior experience in production and/or manufacturing.
Demonstrated ability and willingness to use AI tools to improve productivity, decision-making, and work quality, reduce costs, identify appropriate use cases, and critically evaluate AI-generated outputs.
Effective interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills.
Ability to develop and encourage creative approaches to issues, continually improve processes, and take smart risks.
Motivation, ability to learn quickly, and ability to work independently.
Aptitude and physical ability to learn soldering and become solder certified.
Knowledge of prototype and assembly drawings and blueprint reading.
Ability to perform complex and critical soldering and mechanical assembly, potentially requiring extensive knowledge of techniques, tools, materials, military standards, and ISO 9000.
Ability to meet the stated physical requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation: frequently lift or move lightweight materials using up to 30 pounds of force; regularly sit or stand, walk, bend, and reach; regularly use hands and fingers for handling small parts and hand tools, sometimes requiring fine dexterity; and regularly use close-range vision, with occasional depth perception and focusing adjustments.

Nice To Haves

Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering Technology.
Experience manufacturing, testing, or troubleshooting analog and digital circuits in aircraft instruments or other electronics.

Responsibilities

Perform complex technical functions related to PCBA assembly, testing, and troubleshooting.
Operate Genrad Test and Flying Probe Test machines.
Troubleshoot failed PCBAs and PCBAs removed from top-level assemblies to the component level, using assembly prints, mechanical part drawings, schematics, and electronic test equipment.
Perform, document, and communicate failure analysis results.
Understand electronic component functionality and interpret electrical schematics, or interpret mechanical assembly prints, depending on the assigned focus area.
Apply familiarity with Environmental Stress Screening (ESS) testing concepts.
Use electronic devices such as power supplies and meters.
Assist in developing production documentation, including work instructions and troubleshooting aids.
Perform minor repair and maintenance of production and/or test equipment.
Provide training to production operators and technicians.
Meet customer and business expectations for work quality, attendance, and productivity.
Learn duties within the assigned area, repair product, and contribute toward production goals.