Cable Technician

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS’ expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Cable Technician to join our team located in San Diego, California.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Repair wiring assemblies and soldering fine pitch components to meet IPC610 class 3 requirements.
• Build various cables that meet IPC620 Class 3 requirements.
• Determine and/or follow methods and sequences of operations in performing assembly tasks such as wiring, component installation, hand soldering, and cable harnessing on assembly units.
• Ability to comprehend assembly drawings and or written instructions.
• Must be able to obtain measurements from tools such as measuring tapes, scales, calipers, etc.
• Must be able to know how to crimp terminals/contacts onto wires using manual and automated tooling.
• Label assemblies in accordance with drawing specifications.
• Soldering-tinning wire, splices (lap/hook) connections.
• Performs complex but repetitive tasks in preparation for electronic and/or mechanical assembly.
• Familiar with basic hand tools, cutters, wire strippers, hand crimpers, scissors, soldering iron and heat gun.
• Willing to grow and maintain positive attitude.
• Certification in IPC610, IPC620 and J-standard is a plus.
• Experience in material potting is a plus.
• Ability to work in Fiber Optic Cables, and RF cables.
• Assembles, disassembles and modifies assemblies according to specifications.
• Performs 5s housekeeping and cleanup duties upon completion of assigned tasks.
• Must be able to work overtime and Saturdays as needed to meet schedule deadlines.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
• Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.

Job Qualifications

• Typically requires associate's degree or equivalent with five or more years of experience. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education. Training and/or experience in test or experimental operations normally acquired in the military or technical schools desirable.
• Must be able to work with common hand tools and operate laboratory equipment.
• Must have the capability to perform complex assignments with little or no direction.
• Ability and willingness to work on systems which have unusual conditions such as high pressure, high voltage, high energy, cryogens, or radioactive materials.
• Knowledge of computer operations and applications pertinent to the field required.