Electronics Assembler II
About The Position
Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for an Electronics Assembler II at our West Caldwell, NJ location. Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You’ll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS). Every time you use phone navigation, make a bank transaction or have food delivered to your home, Crane Aerospace & Electronics Microwave product is hard at work. Located in the tight-knit, family-first West Caldwell, NJ., community, our West Caldwell facility supplies industry-leading microwave components and systems for use in space, defense and commercial applications, including GPS III satellites. With more than 60 years of expertise, our Microwave group has proven capabilities in major military, communications, electronic warfare, radar and satellite systems. Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!
Requirements
- 2-5 years of experience in a related field or equivalent training
- Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods
- Strong verbal and written communication
- Proficiency in reading comprehension (understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents) of the English language
- Proficient in operating software tools (ie. Oracle, Teamcenter, QMS, Excel)
- Accurate color vision, near vision, and depth perception and other vision capabilities required
- Manipulative skills, including finger and manual dexterity
- Adept hand-eye coordination and arm-hand steadiness
- Ability to thoroughly interpret production or engineering prints, production planning information and assembly aids such as illustrations and wiring diagrams
- Ability to work well in a moderate to high paced work environment in a high volume setting
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Fine soldering certificate or equivalent experience
- This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
Nice To Haves
- IPC Soldering and/or Rework/Repair Certification
- Ability to coach and mentor
- Experience maintaining equipment on a stringent calibration schedule
Responsibilities
- Perform assigned assembly tasks, including component preparation, inspection, equipment operation, and support for engineering-related builds; repair and rework defective or returned assemblies using current IPC Solder Rework Certification.
- Prioritize daily demand per the Master Schedule, create required documentation (IT tickets, Facilities work orders, NCRs, FAIs), and complete all paperwork and work-order closeouts accurately.
- Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineers, Quality, and leadership to resolve quality issues; assist in determining sequence of operations and installation requirements from drawings and instructions.
- Train and mentor new employees, demonstrate proficiency across multiple assembly processes, and support continuous improvement through CBS tools (5S, KPIs, Standard Work, Problem Solving).
- Maintain a safe, organized work environment by following OSHA and Crane safety policies, identifying hazards, and participating in area cleaning, team meetings, and job‑related training.
- Remain flexible and support business needs, including overtime and additional tasks assigned by management.
Benefits
- Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month
- 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year.
- 401k plan with company match
- eligible after 6 months of employment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
