Primary Location: Fredericksburg, VA

Clearance: None Required – U.S. Citizenship required due to defense and export-controlled program requirements

Ability to work remotely: No – On-site

Job Summary

The Electrical Assembly Technician will perform high-reliability soldering and electrical integration for a high-volume unmanned aircraft system (UAS) production program. Work includes heavy-gauge power wiring, XT-series connectors, electronic speed controllers, motor connections, capacitors, and related electrical assemblies. A current J-STD-001 certification is required. The successful candidate must be able to produce consistent, inspection-ready solder joints while meeting production-rate, traceability, and workmanship requirements. This is a full-time contract position expected to last approximately 2–3 months, with potential conversion to full-time employment based on performance and business needs.

Specific Responsibilities

Perform soldering in accordance with J-STD-001 requirements and approved work instructions.
Cut, strip, prepare, and tin power and motor wiring.
Solder AWG 10 power wiring to XT90 connectors and electronic speed controllers.
Solder motor phase wires to ESC pads.
Prepare and solder polarized capacitors and related reinforcement conductors.
Verify connector, wire, capacitor, and ESC polarity before and after soldering.
Use soldering stations, fixtures, tweezers, side cutters, wire-preparation tools, magnification equipment, and related production tools.
Clean soldered assemblies using approved materials and processes.
Inspect solder joints before applying insulating varnish, liquid electrical tape, or other protective materials.
Perform continuity, polarity, and short-circuit checks.
Follow ESD-control requirements and maintain clean, organized workstations.
Complete production travelers and maintain material and assembly traceability.
Identify and document nonconforming solder joints or components.
Perform approved rework when authorized and properly documented.
Support line balancing, continuous improvement, and cross-training within the electrical production area.

Electrical Assembly Technician – J-STD-001 Certified (Contract)