AI summary
Assembler 3 role assembling and modifying products for final customer release, working from written/verbal instructions and prints to ensure quality and cost targets. Kratos Defense is a defense manufacturing organization, and this position is hands-on shop-floor work using a wide range of tools and fixtures with strong emphasis on blueprint/measurement accuracy.
Key skills
Blueprint reading and interpretationTape measure reading (fraction/decimal conversion)Tool drilling operationsRiveting (rivet guns)Grinding/sanding (grinders, sanders)Using drills and routersAssembly/sub-assembly to prints and routingsManufacturing and quality documentation complianceBasic computer skillsSafe work practices and PPE use
Salary not listed — comparable Assembler III roles in Pennsylvania typically pay about $22–$30/hour (roughly $46k–$62k/year) depending on shift and experience.
You'll thrive here if you’re a detail-focused, hands-on assembler who can read prints, work accurately with measurements, and safely use shop tools in a quality-driven environment.
Why apply
- Hands-on work with varied tools
- Quality-focused final product assembly
- Shop-floor role in defense manufacturing
GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:
The Assembler is responsible for preparing product for final release to customers and to achieve quality and integrity of products at the lowest possible cost.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Works from verbal and written instructions, which may include assembly or sub-assembly prints.
- Receives parts, sub-assemblies, and partially completed units.
- Measures, cuts, fits, adjusts, drills, rivets, and bolts, as applicable.
- Use appropriate tools and fixtures to assist with the installation or complete the installation of parts, sub-assemblies, and modifications.
- Grinds excess materials as required.
- Uses various tools which may include various rivet guns, drills, sanders, grinders, routers, and other tooling and equipment as needed.
- Maintains a clean and safe work area.
- Performs other related duties and assignments as required.
- Able to read tape measure, do decimal to fraction conversions, and read blueprints.
- Skilled in tool drilling operations.
- Knowledge of all applicable manufacturing and quality documentation required to perform the job tasks.
- Ability to train and learn from co-workers in job skill transfer.
- Other duties may be assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
- Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards.
- Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors.
- Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary.
- Ability to adhere to workplace rules.
- Basic computer skills required.
- Ability to accurately read tape measure; convert between fractions and decimals.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
- Ability to read routings.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- 3+ years related experience required.
WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Shop Floor environment / shared workbench or workstation.
- Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time.
- Ability to perform repetitive motion (rotating wrists, keyboarding, using small/large tools).
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
- Ability to tolerate constant noise (machine motors - large fans).
- Ability to work safely in the presence of hazardous chemicals and hazardous conditions.
- Ability to follow standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.