Electronics Assembler

PGS Worldwide • Buffalo, NY

19h • Onsite

About The Position

PGS Worldwide is seeking an Electronics Assembler in Buffalo, New York, for a one-year onsite contract-to-hire role supporting a leading aerospace and defense company. The position involves building electronic and electromechanical products for advanced simulation systems. Tasks may include circuit card assembly, fine-pitch soldering, microelectronics assembly, cable harness fabrication, transformer winding, inspection, testing, rework, and repair. The successful candidate must complete required in-house workmanship training.

The role is onsite and scheduled for second shift, 4:00 PM to 12:30 AM, with an unpaid 30-minute lunch. It follows a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off; the schedule may change based on business needs. Relocation assistance is not available. The position is a one-year contract-to-hire opportunity.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• U.S. citizenship.
• 0–2 years of assembly or electronics experience.
• Ability to read and follow assembly drawings, diagrams, job aids, written instructions, and released build documentation.
• Ability to learn new assembly processes and tasks.
• Ability to operate basic production equipment such as soldering stations, crimp tools, microscopes, and ovens.
• Ability to inspect completed work for workmanship and compliance.
• Ability to perform continuity checks on in-process and completed assemblies.
• Ability to accurately record production data in travelers, shop-floor systems, and quality records.
• Ability to follow safety, ESD, FOD, and cleanliness requirements.
• Ability to move objects weighing up to 10 lbs.
• Ability to successfully complete in-house workmanship training.
• Ability to work second shift onsite in Buffalo, NY.

Nice To Haves

• Current or previous IPC-A-610 certification.
• Current or previous J-STD-001 certification.
• Class 2 soldering ability.
• Fine-pitch soldering experience.
• BGA rework or circuit card repair experience.
• Experience performing detailed work under a microscope.
• Strong manual dexterity and precision.
• Cable harness or electromechanical assembly experience.
• Basic Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook skills.
• Experience in a metric-based manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble electronic components using drawings, diagrams, and job aids.
• Perform circuit card, microelectronics, electromechanical, wire, and cable harness assembly as assigned.
• Operate production tools and equipment safely.
• Inspect assemblies and identify workmanship issues or nonconformances.
• Perform rework and repair activities as needed.
• Complete continuity checks and document production results.
• Collaborate with technicians, engineers, and supervisors to clarify instructions and improve processes.
• Maintain a safe, clean, ESD-controlled, and FOD-compliant work area.

What This Job Offers

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