First Article Assembler- Solder

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Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research. ​

We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.

Job Description

General Overview

Under limited supervision performs a wide variety of highly skilled, complex and non-repetitive electronic and electro-mechanical assembly operations of a semi-skilled or complex nature where documentation and guidance are limited. Can perform assembly operations where complete information is not readily available or follows assembly shop and production operation sheets, wire lists, samples, drawings, schematic and verbal instructions to perform a wide variety of complex assembly operations. Understands implications of work and makes recommendations for solutions. May train employees on basic assembly procedures within a given work area.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Perform wire preparation tasks including stripping, tinning, lead prep, and termination

Hand solder wires and cables to high density and/or low profile connectors while maintaining industry workmanship standards

Crimp, stake, fasten, and secure wires, connectors, terminals, and contacts using hand crimp tools and pneumatic crimp tools.

Perform complex wire and cable harness assembly operations, including:

Point‑to‑point wiring

Harness routing, lacing, and tie‑down

Chassis and panel wiring

Assemble wire harnesses and cables per:

Electrical schematics

Wiring diagrams

Assembly drawings & BOMs

Work instructions

Support First Article Assembly (FAI) builds, including:

Building initial units from new or revised drawings

Identifying drawing discrepancies or build issues

Providing feedback to engineering and manufacturing teams

Install and route components to meet electrical, mechanical, and workmanship requirements

Use hand tools and small power tools to assemble connectors, cables, and assembly components components

Perform visual in‑process inspections, go/no‑go testing, continuity testing, IR testing, and automated electrical testing

Troubleshoot wiring defects and perform rework or repair on rejected assemblies

Perform work under a microscope as required for soldering or inspection

Support additional processes such as:

Labeling and color‑coding

Part trimming and finishing

Epoxy application, potting, encapsulation, and curing

Follow all safety procedures, including proper handling of chemicals and materials

Accurately complete production documentation, First Article records, and quality logs

Ensure quality checks are completed throughout the manufacturing process

Provide basic training or guidance to less experienced assemblers as needed

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not supervise other employees.

Qualifications/Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience

Requires a high school education or equivalent. Trade school certification preferred.

Minimum of 5 years closely related custom/prototype assembly experience in an electromechanical environment. Preferred experience of hands-on wire & cable harness assembly experience.

Demonstrated experience with:

Wire stripping, tinning, crimping, and soldering

Cable & Harness Routing and Termination

Experience supporting First Article Assembly (FAI) builds

Ability to independently read and interpret:

Wiring diagrams and schematics

Assembly drawings and Bills of Material (BOMs)

Advanced Experience using:

Hand tools and crimp tools

Soldering equipment

Basic electrical test equipment (e.g., continuity testers, volt meters)

Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail

Experience performing inspection, rework, and repair

Ability to follow detailed work instructions and workmanship standards

Willingness and availability to work overtime, including weekends, as required

IPC/J standard soldering training and certification is highly preferred.

Demonstrated knowledge of lean manufacturing and Kanban systems preferred.

Basic computer skills (Outlook, MS Excel, MS Word) needed to perform the required duties.

Must possess U.S. citizenship or be a "U.S. Person". (A U.S. Person is defined as a person who is a lawful permanent resident “Green Card holder” as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101 (a)(20) or who is a ”Protected Individual” as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).)

Salary Range:

$50,600.00-$67,500.000

The anticipated salary range listed for this role is only an estimate. Actual compensation for successful candidates is carefully determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position.

Teledyne conducts background checks on qualified applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. Background checks may include, but are not limited to, education verification, employment history and verification, criminal convictions, Motor Vehicle Report (MVR & driving history), reference check, credit checks/credit history and drug testing. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.

Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. ​