Electro-Mechanical Assembler – Coil Winder LL.US.51-2021

VOLT • San Diego, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Volt is immediately hiring an Electro-Mechanical Assembler – Coil Winder for a leading aerospace and defense manufacturer in Miramar, CA. As an Electro-Mechanical Assembler – Coil Winder you will: Build and repair electrical transformers, power supplies, and magnetic assemblies utilizing expertise in coil winding, electrical assembly, soldering, encapsulation, welding/machining, and electrical testing. Responsible for precision winding of transformer coils and magnetic assemblies in accordance with engineering specifications and military standards. Operate heavy-duty, star, and toroidal coil winding machines to wind wire coils to exact specifications using specialized tools and techniques. Prepare materials and components including cores, wire, coil tubes, insulation, and stators for winding operations. Apply insulation materials, terminate and solder leads in accordance with J-STD-001, and perform necessary trimming and preparation steps. Conduct visual and dimensional inspections of wound coils; perform tests to verify compliance with quality requirements and engineering drawings. Assist with basic maintenance, setup, calibration, or minor repairs of coil-winding machines and tooling. Follow detailed work instructions, travelers, and engineering documentation; accurately record production data and quality results. Cut, strip, bend, route, and secure wire leads using pliers, wire scrapers, and other hand tools. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area; adhere strictly to Raytheon safety procedures and EHS requirements.

Requirements

• HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D. in the US) or vocational/technical education in related discipline with a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience
• Minimum 1 year of relevant manufacturing or assembly experience
• Minimum 1 year of production hand-soldering experience
• Strong understanding of electrical components and basic electrical principles
• Proficiency with hand tools and wire-handling tools
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift/move materials as required
• Lift, carry, or move components up to 25 lbs. unassisted
• Ability to work independently and within a small, highly skilled team on a 9/80 schedule
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and/or work instructions
• Must be a U.S. Citizen

Nice To Haves

• J-STD-001 soldering certification
• Experience winding coils for transformers or magnetic assemblies
• Familiarity with military/defense manufacturing environments or AS9100/ISO-certified facilities
• Experience with electrical testing, insulation materials, or measurement tools (micrometers, calipers, etc.)
• Experience troubleshooting winding machine issues and support continuous improvement

Responsibilities

• Build and repair electrical transformers, power supplies, and magnetic assemblies utilizing expertise in coil winding, electrical assembly, soldering, encapsulation, welding/machining, and electrical testing
• Responsible for precision winding of transformer coils and magnetic assemblies in accordance with engineering specifications and military standards
• Operate heavy-duty, star, and toroidal coil winding machines to wind wire coils to exact specifications using specialized tools and techniques
• Prepare materials and components including cores, wire, coil tubes, insulation, and stators for winding operations
• Apply insulation materials, terminate and solder leads in accordance with J-STD-001, and perform necessary trimming and preparation steps
• Conduct visual and dimensional inspections of wound coils; perform tests to verify compliance with quality requirements and engineering drawings
• Assist with basic maintenance, setup, calibration, or minor repairs of coil-winding machines and tooling
• Follow detailed work instructions, travelers, and engineering documentation; accurately record production data and quality results
• Cut, strip, bend, route, and secure wire leads using pliers, wire scrapers, and other hand tools
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area; adhere strictly to Raytheon safety procedures and EHS requirements

Benefits

• health
• dental
• vision
• term life
• short term disability
• AD&D
• 401(k)
• Sick time
• other types of paid leaves (as required by law)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What This Job Offers

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