Cable and Harness Technician 3



Job Description

Embark on a career dedicated to putting innovative, reliable, and agile products and ideas into orbit and beyond. This role is integral to human space exploration, national defense, and scientific discovery, supporting multiple programs across the universe. Discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration as you define whats possible from the day you start. Join a team where your work will connect and protect millions of people on Earth every day, now and for the future.

Responsibilities

• Obtain all necessary information to perform job assignments and report any discrepancies to appropriate personnel.
• Read and interpret schematics and wiring diagrams to perform point-to-point assembly, requiring wiring and soldering of large masses of wires in confined spaces.
• Perform wiring using harness boards to tie in cables and harnesses according to appropriate wiring diagrams.
• Conduct electrical/electronic and mechanical assembly tasks either independently or as part of an assembly team.
• Lay out and construct harness boards to assemble and form wiring and cables for various electrical/electronic and mechanical assemblies and subassemblies.
• Mix and apply bonding components and encapsulate assemblies as required.
• Utilize a broad range of hand tools and assembly equipment to complete tasks.
• Maintain equipment and work area in a clean and orderly condition.

Essential Skills

• High School Diploma or GED with a minimum of 3 years of additional education and/or relevant experience for Level 2, and 6 years for Level 3 in assembly, electronics, manufacturing, production, or logistics.
• Minimum of 2 years (Level 2) or 5 years (Level 3) of experience in electrical assembly and wiring.
• Capability to complete certification to IPC WHMA-A-620 Cable and Wire Harness Assembly and NASA-J-STD.
• Experience in reading drawings and wiring diagrams.
• Exceptional mechanical/electrical aptitude, particularly for Level 3.
• Experience with Electro-Static Discharge (ESD) and crimping.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Graduation from a Technical Trade School.
• Current certification to IPC WHMA-A-620, NASA-J-STD, or similar certifications in electronics assembly and workmanship.
• Experience with Manufacturing Execution System (MES) applications, including workflow sign-off and documentation.

Why Work Here?

Join a forward-thinking team that values innovation and collaboration. Enjoy the opportunity to work on projects that have a lasting impact on our future and the world. Experience a supportive work culture that encourages professional growth and development.

Work Environment

This is a 2nd Shift position with working hours from 3:00 PM to 12:30 AM on a 9/80 schedule. The role involves working in a professional atmosphere with ESD and FOD awareness. Regular use of soldering irons, tweezers, heat guns, and other common hand tools is required. The work environment is clean, orderly, and conducive to high-quality workmanship.

This is a Contract position based out of Gilbert, AZ.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Gilbert,AZ.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 24, 2026.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.