Assembler Jobs in Austin, TX

The Panther Group is seeking Electronic Assemblers to join a leading aerospace and defense manufacturer in Austin, TX. This is an excellent opportunity to work with advanced electronic systems in a clean, high-tech manufacturing environment while building products that support critical defense technologies.

If you have experience with electronic assembly, soldering, wire harnesses, and reading blueprints, we'd love to hear from you!
Responsibilities

• Assemble electronic components, assemblies, subassemblies, and modules using work instructions, drawings, schematics, and process documentation.
• Perform electronic and mechanical assembly operations, including:
  • Wire termination
  • Cable and wire harness installation
  • Mechanical assembly
  • Connector installation
  • Torque applications
• Assemble, disassemble, and modify production assemblies and prototype units.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, blueprints, and assembly instructions.
• Perform quality inspections to ensure compliance with IPC and J-STD workmanship standards.
• Use microscopes and precision hand tools to complete detailed assembly work.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to resolve production issues and improve processes.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused work environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or Trade School diploma
• Minimum of 2 years of electronic assembly experience
• Experience assembling small electronic devices
• Experience with:
  • Wire harnesses
  • Cabling
  • Wiring
  • Mechanical assembly
  • Soldering
• Ability to read and interpret:
  • Blueprints
  • Schematics
  • Engineering drawings
  • Assembly instructions
• Computer proficiency
• Excellent attention to detail
• Experience working under a microscope
• Ability to obtain:
  • Solder Certification
  • ESD Certification
  • Material Handling Certification

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-3 years of electronic assembly experience
• Electronic/mechanical assembly experience
• IPC-A-610 or J-STD soldering experience
• Knowledge of:
  • Resistors
  • Capacitors
  • Diodes
  • Transistors
  • Relays
  • Transformers
• Experience using crimping tools
• Previous aerospace, defense, or military electronics manufacturing experience

Pay up to $35.86 per hour DOE
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