Annunciator Panel Electro-Mechanical Technician
Company: Space Age Electronics Inc.
Department: Production/Manufacturing
Reports to: Annunciator Production Manager
Position Type: Full-time, Mon-Thur 6a - 4:30p
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
A day in your role
When you step onto our production floor, you’ll open the day’s work orders and gather components for Graphic Annunciator Panels. You’ll dress and route low-voltage wiring with precision, crimp and solder connections to terminals and circuit boards, and bring subassemblies together into finished panels. Along the way, you’ll reference bills of materials, assembly drawings, and schematics, verify your work with multimeters and continuity testers, and log your results so each product ships with confidence.
What you’ll build and how you’ll do it
- Assemble Graphic Annunciator Panels and related subassemblies using hand tools and fixtures such as screwdrivers, crimpers, cutters, wire strippers, and soldering irons.
- Prepare and terminate cables/connectors; solder wires and cables to terminals and PCBs to specification; neatly route and tie wiring to workmanship standards.
- Interpret and follow work orders, BOMs, assembly drawings, and (when applicable) schematics and written instructions.
- Complete in-process and final visual/functional checks and record inspection outcomes.
- Operate basic test gear as trained (multimeters, continuity testers, power supplies) and document test data.
- Spot nonconforming materials or process issues, quarantine suspect product, and alert supervision/quality.
- Accurately maintain travelers and production records (paper or electronic) and report time.
- Support lean/5S by keeping your station orderly, stocked, and audit-ready.
- Follow all safety, ESD handling, and company policy requirements.
- Pitch in with related tasks as needed to keep production flowing.
What you bring
- High school diploma or GED (or equivalent blend of education and experience).
- 1+ years of assembly experience in manufacturing; electronics assembly and soldering background preferred.
- Comfort following detailed written procedures and standardized processes.
- Mechanical aptitude and confidence with common hand tools.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
- Basic math and measurement capability (rulers/calipers as applicable).
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced setting.
- Clear, professional communication with teammates and leaders.
- Adherence to ESD, safety, and quality protocols.
Bonus qualifications
- Hands-on soldering to terminals and PCBs per specification.
- Harness/cable assembly experience, including crimping to manufacturer specs.
- Comfort with ERP/MRP tools and digital work instructions.
- Background in regulated environments (ISO 9001 or similar).
Physical and working conditions
- Production/manufacturing floor environment.
- Frequent standing or sitting with repetitive hand motions and fine motor work.
- Lift and/or move materials up to 25–40 lbs.
- Visual acuity for small components/markings (with corrective lenses if needed).
- Ability to wear required PPE and follow ESD controls.
- Occasional overtime based on business demand.
Skills you’ll use
- Reading electrical schematics and assembly drawings
- Through-hole and cable soldering
- Electrical/electronic system fundamentals
- Mechanical assembly techniques
- Low-voltage cabling and terminations
- Equipment installation and panel wiring
- Blueprint/BOM interpretation
Equal Employment Opportunity / Reasonable Accommodation
Space Age Electronics Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Note: This overview highlights core responsibilities and requirements and may evolve with business needs.