ASSEMBLER 2

JOB DESCRIPTION

ASSEMBLER 2 - ELECTRONIC / ELECTRO-MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY

Company: Northrop Grumman

Job Title: Assembler 2

Work Arrangement: 100% Onsite - Telework Not Available

Work Shift: 1st Shift - 9/80A Schedule

Security Clearance: Not Required

Travel: Not Required

Maximum Pay Rate: $28/hour

POSITION SUMMARY

Northrop Grumman is seeking a skilled Assembler 2 to perform production assembly operations involving electronic and electro-mechanical components and subassemblies.

The selected candidate will work from engineering diagrams, technical drawings, schematics, and initial layouts to assemble modules, circuit boards, panels, drawers, frames, and cables. This position requires hands-on experience with precision hand soldering, electronic component assembly, quality inspections, and assembly rework in a manufacturing environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform repetitive and non-repetitive production assembly operations on complex electronic and electro-mechanical subassemblies.

• Assemble modules, circuit boards, panels, drawers, frames, cables, and related components.

• Read, interpret, and follow engineering diagrams, technical drawings, schematics, and initial layouts.

• Use precision hand tools, power tools, jigs, saws, and specialized soldering equipment.

• Perform hand soldering and electronic component assembly according to applicable workmanship standards.

• Conduct continuity checks and quality inspections on in-process and completed assemblies.

• Identify assembly defects and perform necessary corrections.

• Disassemble, modify, rework, repair, and reassemble electronic and mechanical components.

• Test completed assemblies under simulated operating conditions.

• Follow detailed technical instructions, manufacturing procedures, and quality requirements.

• Maintain accurate production documentation and work effectively with team members.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED.

• Active IPC J-STD-001 certification is required.

• Minimum 1-3+ years of experience in hand soldering or electronic component assembly within a manufacturing environment.

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, diagrams, and assembly instructions.

• Hands-on experience assembling electronic components.

• Ability to follow detailed technical instructions and manufacturing procedures.

• Strong attention to detail, communication, and teamwork skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment.

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in precision hand soldering.

• Experience with solder inspection, complex rework, troubleshooting, and component repair.

• Familiarity with specialized soldering tools and equipment.

• Strong ability to interpret technical documentation for electro-mechanical assemblies.

• Experience with Manufacturing Execution System (MES) software.

• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications.

• Experience performing quality inspections and continuity testing.

• Willingness and ability to complete training to work on explosive assemblies, as required.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• IPC J-STD-001 Certification

• Hand Soldering

• Electronic Component Assembly

• PCB / Circuit Board Assembly

• Electro-Mechanical Assembly

• Technical Drawing Interpretation

• Solder Inspection and Rework

• Continuity Testing

• Quality Inspection

• Manufacturing / Production Assembly

• Precision Hand Tools

• MES Documentation

WORK SCHEDULE AND CONDITIONS

• First Shift - 9/80A schedule.

• 100% onsite; teleworking is not available.

• No security clearance required.

• No travel required.

• Maximum pay rate: $28 per hour.

• Must be comfortable working in a manufacturing and production environment.

IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE

The ideal candidate will have an active IPC J-STD-001 certification and practical experience in electronic assembly and precision hand soldering. Candidates should be comfortable reading technical drawings, performing quality inspections, completing assembly rework, and following detailed manufacturing procedures.

Important: Active IPC J-STD-001 certification is a mandatory qualification for this position.