Electrical Assembly Technician

Battelle • Columbus, OH

7d • $45,000 - $65,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Battelle delivers when others can’t. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency. We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply. Job Summary At Battelle, we understand that national security professionals face immense challenges across all domains—land, air, maritime, space, and cyberspace. Our commitment is to deliver where others can't. We provide innovative, high-technology deployable equipment and engineered product solutions that not only extend the service life of fielded equipment but also enhance mission performance in extreme operating environments while offering essential threat protection for our military. Our experts collaborate with military clients throughout the entire product life cycle, from engineering and product development to production, ensuring we meet the evolving needs of national security with precision and reliability. We are currently seeking an Electrical Assembly Technician. This position is a full time opportunity located in Columbus, Ohio. This role supports Battelle's National Security Business Unit, where we are involved in the design, development, prototyping, and manufacturing of defense-related items. The Electrical Assembly Technician is primarily responsible for building wire harnesses, assembling and wiring avionics assemblies, and performing electrical integration on aerospace and space systems.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; 5 years of relevant experience, or 2 years of experience with an Associate's degree or equivalent military experience.
• Demonstrated experience fabricating wire harnesses and cable assemblies from released engineering documentation.
• Hands-on experience with circular multi-pin connectors, specifically MIL-DTL-38999 (D38999) or equivalent, including contact insertion/extraction and backshell assembly.
• Proven ability to interpret and build from wiring diagrams, schematics, interconnect drawings, harness build sheets, pinout tables, work instructions, travelers, and specification callouts.
• Experience performing both crimped terminations and solder sleeve/splice operations in accordance with workmanship requirements.
• Proficiency using calibrated crimp tools and soldering equipment.
• Experience conducting continuity, short/isolation, and pin-to-pin verification, with basic troubleshooting capability.
• Familiarity with ESD controls, configuration-controlled builds, and disciplined documentation practices.
• Ability to work independently on assigned builds and escalate issues clearly and proactively.
• Sole US Citizenship with eligibility and willingness to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.

Nice To Haves

• IPC/WHMA-A-620 certification or demonstrated equivalent experience.
• J-STD-001 certification.
• Experience with additional avionics connector families (e.g., Micro-D, D-Sub, ARINC-style).
• Prior work experience in an AS9100 / ISO 9001 (or equivalent) quality environment.
• Experience supporting vibration-prone or space-constrained installations requiring disciplined routing and strain relief.
• Exposure to acceptance or qualification testing support activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on electrical assembly work in support of defense and aerospace programs.
• Fabricate aviation wire harnesses and cable assemblies, including measuring, cutting, stripping, marking, labeling, and bundling wires with appropriate sleeving, braid, heatshrink, strain relief, and chafe protection.
• Assemble and terminate MIL-DTL-38999 (D38999) or equivalent circular connectors, ensuring proper keying, orientation, contact seating, retention verification, and backshell/strain relief installation.
• Perform avionics-related electrical assembly tasks, including chassis, panel, and enclosure wiring, as well as connectorized subassemblies and discrete I/O harnessing.
• Execute terminations using crimp contacts and solder sleeves/splices in accordance with applicable workmanship requirements.
• Conduct in-process and final inspections, including continuity and pinout verification, as well as visual inspection for workmanship, bend radius, strain relief, and abrasion control.
• Support troubleshooting and controlled rework and repair activities as directed, providing written reports on tests, modifications, rework, and non-conformances.
• Complete build documentation accurately, including travelers, serial/lot traceability, and approved redlines per process.
• Maintain disciplined use of tools and test equipment in accordance with calibration and quality requirements.
• Assist with documentation related to assembly, testing, and modifications to support future revisions and recorded build history.

Benefits

• Compressed work schedule allowing for every other Friday off.
• Hybrid work arrangement (60% in-office, 40% remote).
• Paid time off.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits.
• Optional supplemental benefits.
• Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer contribution.
• Tuition assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED