Electronic Assembler - 1st Shift

You will join the Advanced Electronics Manufacturing division, a fast-paced group dedicated to prototyping, volume production, and continuous improvement of instrumentation products. Our cross-functional team of design engineers, quality specialists, and assembly technicians works in a highly collaborative environment-where your feedback directly shapes product refinements and process efficiencies.

• Interpret and follow detailed schematics, wiring diagrams, and work instructions to assemble electronic modules and sub-assemblies.
• Assemble components using small hand tools, crimping equipment, & scales.
• Conduct in-process inspections and functional tests (continuity, insulation resistance, signal integrity) to verify assembly quality.
• Troubleshoot and document non-conformances; work with assembly technicians to implement corrective actions and design improvements.
• Maintain clean, organized workstations and adhere to ESD, safety, and traceability protocols.
• Must be comfortable sitting for extended periods of time.
• Usage of high powered & intensity microscope is required.

• High school diploma or GED (technical/vocational training in electronics preferred).
• Minimum 1 year of hands-on experience in electronic assembly or related field.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and assembly drawings; Entry-level understanding is acceptable.
• Comfortable using hand tools, microscopes, multimeters, and basic test equipment.

• IPC-610 / J-STD-001 certification for soldering and assembly standards
• Proven manual dexterity and visual acuity for fine pitch soldering and component placement.
• Experience with both through-hole and surface-mount assembly processes.
• Familiarity with automated optical inspection (AOI) and in-circuit testing (ICT) systems.
• Prior exposure to lean manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Associate's degree in Electronics Technology or related discipline.

As a leader in aerospace and defense electronics, AirBorn, a Molex company, is a leader committed to engineering and manufacturing excellence.

With a legacy of over six decades, we take pride in our team of passionate and skilled professionals who play a pivotal role in developing and manufacturing mission-critical products. Our cutting-edge solutions are not only found on Mars, in fighter jets, submarines, and in the far reaches of space. We understand the mission critical environments in which our products operate, and our commitment to excellence drives us to ensure their unwavering reliability. Whether you are a seasoned industry expert or have fresh talent seeking to soar in your career, we invite you to embark on a journey of creativity, growth, and achievement with us.

Discover how your talents can take flight and make an impactful contribution to our mission-critical endeavors at AirBorn!