Location: Salt Lake City, United States of America

Thales people architect solutions that are relied upon to deliver operational advantage at every decisive moment throughout the mission. Defence and armed forces customers rely on us to deliver the full range of defensive systems for land, sea, and air. From early warning, to threat neutralisation, our platforms cover all levels from very short-range systems, to extended protection across the entire battle-space including Airspace Mobility Solutions, Vehicles and Tactical Systems and Missile Defence, Optronics, and Radar.

Electro/Mechanical Assembler

Salt Lake City, UT (Fully onsite)

Position Summary

Thales is looking for an Electro/Mechanical Assembler, who’s responsible for fabricating, assembling, rebuilding, inspecting, and testing cable & harness assemblies, electromechanical subassemblies including a variety of components, cabinets and all types of reworks.  

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Reads and interprets engineering drawings, technical specifications and detailed technical instructions for the purposes of fabrication, inspection, and test.
• Create and revise technical instructions as needed. Support Manufacturing Engineering activities when requested.
• Perform mechanical assembly related to cables, cable harnesses, cabinet assemblies, etc. Use basic hand tools, i.e. sockets, screwdriver, torque tools, wrenches, etc. to perform sub-assembly.
• Lay and lace wires on a harness fixture, which will pre-form the harness to fit in next assembly. Cut, strip and tin wires using provided equipment to prepare them for the next assembly.
• Apply appropriate markings to parts to satisfy print and customer requirements using inks, stencils and silkscreen techniques. Perform assembly rework following specific instructions and procedures to correct deficiencies and meet quality requirements.
• Perform hand soldering per specifications on a variety of electrical components to meet drawing requirements. Install a variety of electrical components onto printed circuit boards by hand using established procedures, component locating equipment, etc. in preparation for further production processes.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, with technical or vocational education in electronics and communications or previous experience, typically acquired with a minimum of 5 (five) years of experience assembling diversely complex electrical/mechanical components, sub-assemblies and assemblies in the requested subject of expertise.
• Ability to operate/use wire cutters, screwdrivers, wrenches, pliers, torque tools, sockets, small tools (all kinds), soldering iron, solder pots, silkscreen, drills stencils, crimpers, rivet machine, OHM meter, wire stripper, oven. Must be able to read and understand schematics and assembling instructions.
• Ability to pass the IPC and or J STD certification course. Possess talents, ability and/or desire to learn, work in and support a structured team atmosphere.
• Performs assignments of an especially complex nature or gives technical guidance with limited or no supervision. Good with numbers, detail oriented and relevant organizational skills. Self-motivated, critical thinker with technical background. Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be a US Person as defined in applicable law.
• Must be a U.S. Person as defined in applicable law, or otherwise authorized or eligible for authorization, to access to hardware, software, technology or technical data controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR).

Special Position Requirements

• Schedule: Please indicate the core work hours required for this position, e.g. First Shift, 7AM-3PM Monday through Friday; Core Business Hours Monday-Friday, etc.
• 9/80 or 5/40 work schedule
• Physical Environment: Manufacturing/Production area, Warehouse.
• Travel: Please select this box if this position will require domestic and/or international travel to perform the essential functions of the position.  If checked, please indicate the frequency or percentage of travel.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer at the time of hire. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or for assuming sponsorship of an employment visa now or in the future.

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This position will require successfully completing a post-offer background check. Qualified candidates with [a] criminal history will be considered and are not automatically disqualified, consistent with federal law, state law, and local ordinances.

We are an equal opportunity employer, including disability and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need an accommodation or assistance in order to apply for a position with Thales, please contact us at talentacquisition@us.thalesgroup.com.

The reference Total Target Compensation (TTC) market range for this position, inclusive of annual base salary and the variable compensation target, is between

Total Target Cash (TTC) 54,776.00 - 88,803.13 USD Annual

This reflects how companies in a similar industry and geographic region generally pay for similar jobs. This range helps the Company make pay decisions as one data point among many. Where a position falls within this range is also dependent on other factors including – but not limited to – the employee’s career path history, competencies, skills and performance, as well as the company’s annual salary budget, the customer’s program requirements, and the company’s internal equity. Thales may offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s status protected by local, state, or federal law.

(For Internal candidate, if you need more information, please reach out to your HR Shared Service, 1st Point) 

Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following:

•Elective Health, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Whole Group Life w/LTC, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Plan, Identity Theft, and Pet Insurance

•Retirement Savings Plan after 30 days of employment with a company contribution and a match, and with no vesting period

•Company paid holidays and Paid Time Off

•Company provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Disability, Employee Assistance Plan, and Well-being Program