Cable Assembler

Mechanical Soldering Assembler - $25.96/hr - $27.26/hr

Job Description

As a Cable Assembler, you will build various cables used in aircraft and ground control stations. You will determine and follow methods and sequences of operations in performing tasks such as wiring, component installation, hand soldering, and cable harnessing. Additionally, you will interpret assembly drawings and written work instructions, crimp terminals onto wires using manual and automated tools, label assemblies per specifications, and perform soldering tasks like tinning wire and splicing connections.

1st is 5AM-2:30pm M-TH and 2nd shift is 3pm-12:30am M-TH (9/80 schedule).

Responsibilities

• Perform assembly tasks including wiring, component installation, hand soldering, and cable harnessing.
• Follow and comprehend assembly drawings or written work instructions.
• Crimp terminals/contacts onto wires using manual and automated tooling.
• Label assemblies according to drawing specifications.
• Solder and tin wires, splices, and connections.
• Use basic hand tools, wire strippers, hand crimpers, scissors, soldering iron, and heat gun.
• Monitor and verify quality in accordance with control procedures.
• Observe all laws, regulations, and obligations.
• Work safely in accordance with established procedures.

Essential Skills

• 3 years of experience in manufacturing and production.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, schematics, work instructions, and wire lists.
• Skill in using manual and automated tooling for crimping.
• Familiarity with basic hand tools like cutters, wire strippers, hand crimpers, scissors, soldering iron, and heat gun.
• Good visual perception and ability to distinguish colors.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Certification in IPC/WHMA-A620 is a plus.
• Understanding of 5S and Lean Principles is a plus.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively.
• Customer-focused with a good understanding of general job aspects.
• Knowledge of computer operations and applications.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team and work extended hours when required.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy stability and growth opportunities in a company renowned for its leadership in remotely piloted aircraft and advanced surveillance systems. Benefit from a supportive environment that encourages professional development.

Work Environment

Work in a calm and organized environment with your own workbench and all necessary tools provided. Adhere to a dress code of long pants, appropriate attire, and closed-toed shoes. Enjoy a 9/80 work week with shifts offering ample overtime opportunities. The workplace is quiet, and headphones or visible phones are not permitted.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Poway, CA.

The pay range for this position is $25.96 - $27.26/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Poway,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 16, 2026.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.