IMMEDIATE HIRING - CABLE ASSEMBLERS ($25/HR To $27/HR)

Aerotek
Poway, CA

HIRING - Cable Assemblers – For Aerospace Manufacturing

As a Cable Assembler, you’ll play a hands-on role in creating high‑quality cable assemblies used in aircraft and ground control stations. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys precision work, following detailed instructions, and taking pride in craftsmanship. You’ll work independently at your own workstation using industry‑standard tools to assemble, solder, label, and inspect cable harnesses that meet strict quality requirements.

Shift Schedule (9/80)
  • 1st Shift: 5:00 AM – 2:30 PM, Monday–Thursday
  • 2nd Shift: 3:00 PM – 12:30 AM, Monday–Thursday
  • (Overtime opportunities available)
  • Payrate- $25/HR to $27/HR

What You’ll Do

  • Assemble cables through wiring, component installation, hand soldering, and cable harnessing
  • Interpret assembly drawings, schematics, wire lists, and written work instructions
  • Crimp terminals and contacts using both manual and automated tools
  • Label cable assemblies according to drawing and specification requirements
  • Perform soldering tasks including wire tinning, splicing, and connection work
  • Use basic hand tools such as wire strippers, cutters, hand crimpers, soldering irons, scissors, and heat guns
  • Inspect and verify product quality in compliance with established control procedures
  • Maintain a safe work environment and follow all company policies, laws, and regulations

What You Bring

  • 3+ years of experience in manufacturing or production environments
  • Strong ability to read and understand blueprints, schematics, and work instructions
  • Hands‑on experience with manual and automated crimping tools
  • Familiarity with common assembly and soldering hand tools
  • Excellent visual acuity, including the ability to distinguish wire colors

Why You’ll Love Working Here

  • Be part of a company recognized for innovation in remotely piloted aircraft and advanced surveillance systems
  • Enjoy a stable role with growth and development opportunities
  • Work in a calm, organized, and quiet environment with your own dedicated workbench and tools provided
  • Benefit from a 9/80 schedule, consistent hours, and ample overtime opportunities

Work Environment & Requirements

  • Clean, quiet production floor
  • Dress code includes long pants, appropriate work attire, and closed‑toe shoes
  • No headphones or visible phone use on the production floor

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Poway,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 25, 2026.

About Aerotek:

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.

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