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KEARFOTT CORPORATION

Assembly Tech 3

20 days ago by KEARFOTT CORPORATION
  • Salary negotiable
  • Black Mountain, NC, US
  • Full-time
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Assembly Tech 3 role assembling precision electronic and electro-mechanical components using hand tools, fixtures, arbor presses, and inspection/test equipment. You’ll join Kearfott Corporation, a long-established global aerospace and defense supplier known for precision motion control and inertial navigation products. Standout perks include a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off plus 401(k) and tuition reimbursement.

Key skills
Precision electronic/electro-mechanical assemblySoldering close-tolerance connectionsReading blueprints and operation sheetsUse of precision gauges and test equipmentWorking with hand tools, fixtures, and arbor pressesAssembly under 3x and 10x magnificationMixing epoxy cements/cleaning solutions using precision scalesSerialization/marking and documentationMechanical inspection/quality assurance (preferred)US citizenship eligibility requirement
Salary not listed — comparable Assembly Technician level roles in the Black Mountain/Western NC area often pay roughly $22–$32/hour (about $46k–$67k/year), depending on shift, certifications, and defense/aerospace experience.
You'll thrive here if you have strong manual dexterity and several years’ hands-on electrical/mechanical assembly experience and can consistently build and inspect close-tolerance assemblies to instructions and drawings.
Why apply
  • 9/80 schedule, every other Friday off
  • 401(k) and tuition reimbursement
  • Aerospace & defense precision products
Founded in 1918, Kearfott Corporation, a global Aerospace and Defense supplier for over 100 years, is a leader in the design and manufacture of precision motion control products and inertial navigation components.

Kearfott has a very long history of innovation and excellence, and is the go-to brand for many of our global clients. Kearfott is trusted, respected and plays a vital role in the success of America's aerospace and defense industries. With over a century of expertise & experience, Kearfott is dedicated to providing quality, reliability, and cutting-edge technology to customers worldwide to meet their sea, land, air, and space navigation and guidance requirements.

Kearfott offers a comprehensive benefits package including a 401K, and Tuition Reimbursement. We offer a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off.

We are looking for talented individuals who want to be part of a world-class work force. Join Kearfott and become part of a company that is recognized for technical expertise and respected world-wide as a 'full service' provider.

For more information, visit our website at www.kearfott.com

Position Description:

This position is responsible for working with small hand tools, fixtures and arbor presses to assemble precision electronic/electro-mechanical components and sub-assemblies.

Essential Functions:

  • Work with small hand tools, fixtures and arbor presses
  • Assembles various precision electronic/electro-mechanical components, sub-systems and systems
  • Works from operation sheets, blueprints, oral and written instructions to insure proper assembly of parts.
  • Attend solder certification and recertification classes
  • Mark units as prescribed and maintain serialization
  • Repair own work as necessary
  • Use precision gauges and test equipment to determine mechanical and electrical characteristics
  • Perform work using 3x and 10x magnification
  • Mix epoxy cements and cleaning solutions, using precision scales
  • Occasional light to moderate lifting - 10-20 pounds

Required Skills:

  • Job entails working with small parts/components, good manual dexterity is required
  • Must be able to solder close tolerance connections, solder experience or certification desired
  • Pass annual eye exam which requires 20/20 vision with corrective lenses

Experience


  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.
  • 3+ years Assembly / Electrical experience / manual mechanical assembly strongly preferred.
  • Mechanical Inspection/Quality Assurance experience a plus.
  • Must be a US Citizen.

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans

Reference: 25765_535356079·Original posting
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