Electromechanical Assembler

Wire Harness Assemblers - Direct Placement - 1st and 2nd Shift

Job Description

Join our team as an Electromechanical Assembler, where you will play a vital role in building mission-critical products that power the world's most advanced aerospace, defense, and space systems. In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for producing complex, high-reliability cable assemblies and wire harnesses, working from detailed drawings and instructions to perform intricate tasks like soldering, crimping, and harness building.

Responsibilities

• Build conforming products by following detailed work instructions, blueprints, and production documents.
• Perform precision assembly tasks including soldering, crimping, wire termination, and harness routing.
• Ensure quality is built into the product by reviewing all documentation, performing self-inspections, and maintaining rigorous labor standards.
• Collaborate with Quality Control to present products for in-process inspection and final inspection.
• Perform rework on any identified non-conforming products and re-submit for inspection.
• Set up and operate various manufacturing equipment and hand tools.
• Conduct electro-mechanical and mechanical testing of sub-assemblies and final assemblies, meticulously maintaining all test reports.
• Take accountability for safety and quality by upholding all company standards, rules, and regulations.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area (5S).
• Comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Stand for 70% of the shift.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of experience in complex cable harness assembly in an aerospace, defense, or medical manufacturing environment is highly preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and work instructions.
• Soldering experience is required; certification to J-STD-001 is a significant advantage.
• Experience with hand tools, including crimpers, strippers, and soldering irons.
• Ability to meet and maintain workmanship standards (IPC620, IPC-A-610).
• Proficient in English communication skills (reading and writing) to successfully complete training and follow highly regulated work instructions.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Preference for candidates with a current or expired IPC620 Certification. Class III is preferred.
• Open to 1st or 2nd shift candidates that are NOT IPC620 certified.

Why Work Here?

Experience work stability in a busy and growing company, where the majority of employees have worked for over 10 years. Enjoy monthly production bonuses and yearly reviews that offer promotions for hard work. Benefit from full-time hours and opportunities for overtime in a clean and safe work environment.

Work Environment

Work in a climate-controlled environment (Air Conditioned) within a clean facility that manufactures high-performance cable assemblies, wiring harnesses, and interconnect systems. These products function reliably under even the harshest conditions and are used in aerospace or defense, including SpaceX rockets, Virgin Orbit, and Armored Military vehicles. The company is steadily growing, currently employing 150 individuals.

This is a Permanent position based out of Garden Grove, CA.

The pay range for this position is $43680.00 - $62400.00/yr.

• Monthly production bonuses (between $50-200/month)
• Yearly reviews that offer promotions for hard work
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K
• FSA / HSA

This is a fully onsite position in Garden Grove,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 17, 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.