Mechanical Assembler (2nd shift)

Delivering mission-critical, electronic solutions that protect lives. Use your creativity and critical thinking to take our products from concept to customer.

At CAES, we engineer solutions for the world's most critical missions. We serve customers in the defense and aerospace markets.

Seeking a career that offers challenging, diverse projects and opportunities? Looking for a position with a company that offers long-term professional advancement? Searching for a place that values a diverse, team-based environment? One that values YOU. Consider CAES.

The most important thing we build is TRUST

Are you looking for a position where YOU are appreciated as a team member? What about a company that offers benefits on day 1, a 401k with matching up to 5%, a climate controlled environment, opportunities for growth and advancement without having to leave the company? If you are a mid level Assembler we have an open position. This opportunity performs a wide variety of assembly operations to create precision electro-mechanical, electronic assemblies and sub-assemblies. Follows method and sequence of operations in performing such tasks as wiring, component installation, hand soldering and cable harnessing. The ideal candidate will have cable assembly or wire harnessing experience and a solid background in mechanical assembly.

Please note this is a 2nd shift position and will be eligible for a 10% shift differential.

• Assembles electronic components, assemblies, subassemblies and modules by working from samples, visual aids, prints, routing instructions and process sheets using appropriate tooling and machinery.
• Assembles parts using solder, fasteners and adhesives in the build-up of electronic assemblies.
• Verifies results to ensure conformance with requirements and performs rework as needed.
• Performs mechanical assembly operations in the build of electronic assemblies using standard measuring tools and techniques.
• Bonding and honing (sanding, polishing, and grit blasting) of parts in preparation of installing and finishing assembly. Cleaning parts and electronic assembliers per Work Instructions.
• Ability to perform all tasks wih minimum supervision and make sound decisions regarding the troubleshooting of complex productionissues and or recommending a path forward to resolve such issues.
• Ability to guide lesse experienced assemblers as necessary to gain the necessary skills to be successful.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma (or equivalent)
• 2 years' experience working as an assembler building products
• 2 years' soldering experience (JStandard)
• Able to interpret and understand instructions on process sheets, prints or route cards and technical drawings (i.e. ECO's, parts lists and PRN's).
• Ability to use hand tools (pliers, forming tools, torque wrenches, screwdrivers, etc.)
• Ability to use measurement tools such as scales, micrometers and calipers.
• This position requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by US export laws. In order to be eligible for this position, you must be a "US Person" under US export laws (or eligible for approval under a U.S. Government export license).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Assembly experience in a defense contractor, aerospace, or the military environment with an emphasis on antenna products preferable.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Soldering experience should be current; current JCERT preferable
• Ability to produce fixturing if necessary for prototype and pre-production applications.
• 4-6 years experience working as an assembler

Must achieve specified solder certification in various assembly/soldering techniques per Company and customer standards and perform basic hand soldering tasks.

Salary Range: Assembler II $18.52 - $25.95 per hour; Assembler III $20.41 - $29.62. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Applicable pay within the posted range may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, geographical location, job function of the position, education, and experience of the successful candidate. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as business results.

EMPLOYMENT TRANSPARENCY

BENEFITS

We take care of our people and provide competitive health, wealth and wellbeing benefits - from day one. You'll also discover learning and development opportunities so you can take your career to the next level - and beyond.

Other benefits include:

• Comprehensive PTO, Paid Holiday and Paid Family Leave Programs.
• 9/80 Alternate Work Week Schedule
• Tailored Management/Leadership Training
• Innovative Medical Programs, Including Family Forming

ABOUT CAES

CAES is the largest provider of analog and radiation hardened technology for the United States aerospace and defense industry. From human spaceflight and space exploration, to missile defense and electronic warfare, to healthcare solutions addressing COVID-19, our talented team develop high performing electronic solutions that work the first time, every time.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

At CAES we welcome differences and celebrate new ideas. We believe the diversity of our people inspires our creativity and drives our innovation. Everyone is welcome here, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation due to a disability for any part of the employment process, please email CAEScareers@caes.com.