Moog

Electrical Assembly Technician

Moog$72K — $87K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent formal training
  • 8+ years of hands-on experience in electrical assembly and soldering
  • Expertise in crimping, medical device assembly, board-level repair, and electronic units
  • Familiarity with J-STD-001 and Space Addendum, IPC 610/620 standards, and torque/crimping tools
  • NASA soldering certification is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Assemble Circuit Card Assemblies and top-level avionics units
  • Perform high-reliability soldering and crimping on complex sub-assemblies
  • Work with multi-pin connectors to meet government and customer specs
  • Set up and operate SMT pick and place and selective solder machines
  • Perform box-level integration of circuit card assemblies into avionics units
  • Interpret assembly drawings, BOMs, and work instructions
  • Collaborate with manufacturing and design engineering to troubleshoot products

Benefits

  • Great compensation package and annual profit sharing
  • Flexible paid time off and parental leave program
  • Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical and dental
  • Tuition assistance and professional development opportunities
  • Inclusive culture and team-building activities
Full Job Description

Job Title:

Electrical Assembly Technician

Reporting To:

Manager, Business Unit Operations

Work Schedule:

Onsite – Phoenix, AZ

Our team in Space and Defense Group is looking for an Electrical Assembler to join them. You will report to the Manufacturing Supervisor and will have an onsite work schedule in Gilbert, AZ.

As an Electrical Assembler, you will:

  • Assemble Circuit Card Assemblies, top level avionics units, wire harnesses, and electrical ground support and test equipment.
  • Perform high-reliability soldering (through hole and surface mount) and crimping on complex sub-assemblies, circuit cards, and avionics units, including board-level repairs and jumper wire installations.
  • Work with multi-pin connectors and assemblies to meet stringent government and customer specs.
  • Set up and operate SMT pick and place machines.
  • Set up and operate selective solder machines.
  • Perform box level integration of circuit card assemblies into top level avionics units.
  • Perform staking and coating operations of circuit card assemblies and top-level avionics units.
  • Interpret assembly drawings, BOMs, and work instructions.
  • Follow ESD protocols and maintain certification standards for high-reliability soldering.
  • Collaborate with manufacturing and design engineering to troubleshoot and rework avionics products.
  • Maintain cleanliness and traceability documentation for controlled programs.

To be considered for this role, typically you’ll bring:

  • High school diploma or equivalent formal training.
  • 8+ years of hands-on experience in electrical assembly and soldering.
  • Expertise in crimping, medical device assembly, board-level repair, and electronic units.
  • Familiarity with J-STD-001 and Space Addendum, IPC 610/620 standards, and torque/crimping tools.

It’s a plus if you have:

  • NASA soldering certification.
  • Experience with avionics components (e.g., circuit card rework, coating, installation).
  • Ability to read and work directly from engineering drawings.
  • Strong interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration.

How we care for you:

  • Financial Rewards: great compensation package, annual profit sharing, matching 401k and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts 
  • Work/Life Balance: Flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave program, relocation assistance 
  • Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages 
  • Professional Skills Development: Tuition Assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development and other personal growth programs 
  • Collaborative and Welcoming Workplace: Inclusive culture rooted in our values, enhanced by Employee Resource Groups, and team-building activities.
  • Additional site-specific benefits may be offered

Salary Range Transparency:

Phoenix, AZ $35.00–$42.00 Hourly

Salary Range Disclaimer

The base salary range represents the low and high end of the Moog salary range for this position in the given work location. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range(s) listed is just one component of Moog's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, employee stock purchase plan, an open paid time off policy, and many region-specific benefits. 


This position requires access to U.S. export-controlled information.

About Moog

Moog Inc. is a worldwide designer, manufacturer, and integrator of precision control components and systems. Moog's high-performance systems control military and commercial aircraft, satellites and space vehicles, launch vehicles, missiles, automated industrial machinery, and marine and medical equipment. The company's 2019 revenues were $2.9 billion. Moog employs approximately 11,000 people worldwide and has a presence in 26 countries.
Learn more about Moog
Market Cap
$2.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$2.9 million
Founded
1951
5 Year Trend
+4%
Revenue
$2.8 billion
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