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Job Title: Electrical Assembly, B

Job Code: 40302

Job Location: Huntsville, AL

Job Schedule: 9/80

Job Description:

L3Harris is seeking an experienced Electrical Assembler to support the development, implementation, and optimization of manufacturing plans and processes. This role will focus on electrical assembly and production readiness to ensure high-quality, cost-effective, and repeatable manufacturing operations.

The successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams including design engineering, quality, supply chain, and operations to transition products from development into production, support rate increases, and drive continuous improvement initiatives across the factory floor.

Essential Functions:

• Assemble electrical components and subassemblies using common hand tools and basic power tools.
• Read and follow work instructions, assembly drawings, parts lists, and standard operating procedures.
• Install brackets, panels, fasteners, mounts, cable supports, and other hardware according to specifications.
• Perform electrical fitting, alignment, and basic adjustment of system components to ensure proper assembly and function.
• Verify parts and materials before installation to ensure correct part numbers, quantities, and configuration.
• Use measuring devices such as tape measures, rulers, calipers, and torque tools to meet assembly and tolerance requirements.
• Safely handle components, assemblies, and palletized structures during build operations.
• Support integration of mechanical assemblies with electrical and cable-routing elements as directed.
• Inspect completed work for quality, completeness, and workmanship; identify and report discrepancies, defects, or damaged parts.
• Maintain accurate production and assembly records, including checklists and completion documentation.
• Follow established safety procedures, PPE requirements, and tool-control practices at all times.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and compliant with 5S or similar housekeeping standards.
• Assist with packaging, pallet preparation, labeling, and movement of completed assemblies when required.
• Work closely with team leads, quality personnel, and engineering support to resolve basic assembly issues.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts to improve assembly efficiency, quality, and consistency.
• Perform other related mechanical assembly duties as assigned in support of production goals

Qualifications:

• Basic knowledge of electrical assembly methods, techniques, and shop practices.
• Familiarity with common hand tools, power tools, torque tools, and measuring devices used in assembly operations.
• Basic understanding of mechanical drawings, blueprints, assembly instructions, and parts lists.
• Knowledge of standard fastening methods, hardware identification, and component installation practices.
• Basic awareness of quality standards, workmanship requirements, and inspection processes.
• Understanding of workplace safety procedures, proper tool usage, PPE requirements, and safe material handling practices.
• Familiarity with production flow, work order processes, and assembly documentation

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 4 years of prior relevant experience or 2 years post-Secondary/Associates Degree with a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience.
• Minimum 2-5 years 'experience assembling electro/mechanical hardware
• Must have knowledge of IPC/WHMA-A-620.
• Must possess good to excellent assembly blueprint reading skills.
• Must be able to read and understand both written and verbal instructions in English.
• Must have good understanding of hardware requirements.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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