Assembler III (Aerospace & Defense)

About the job

The Assembler III completes product assembly. This involves aligning parts, following work instructions, and checking that work meets quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform work instructions to complete product assembly and according to standardized work procedures
• Build assemblies using work instructions, work orders, and drawings as a guide
• Ability to demonstrate proficiency at electric soldering in compliance with IPC-610 and Class III Workmanship.
• Maintain accountability for product and process quality levels and required documentation
• Set up equipment in preparation for production orders
• Receive parts and sub-assemblies in work area
• Complete pre-assembly work if required
• Document actions by completing production and quality forms
• Build and inspect DC harnesses and RF cable assemblies
• Build, install, and solder coaxial cables
• Build, install, and rework baluns
• Perform manufacturing operations proficiently
• Ability and willingness to train junior assemblers
• Ensure that all work meets quality and safety standards and procedures while maintaining clean and safe work environment

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in area of responsibility
• Must have soldering skills and experience
• Must be able to complete J-STD-001 and be certified

About Us

About Frontgrade

At Frontgrade, we build mission-critical electronics that perform without compromise in the world’s most demanding environments, from deep space to national defense. With decades of proven heritage, we deliver high-reliability components, subsystems, and integrated solutions trusted when failure is not an option. But our strength is not just in what we build. It is in the people who make it possible. From engineers and product managers to sales teams, marketers, and skilled manufacturing professionals, every role plays a direct part in enabling missions that protect, explore, and connect our world. We move with purpose, collaborate across disciplines, and take pride in delivering solutions our customers rely on in the highest-stakes environments. If you want your work, whatever your specialty, to contribute to something bigger, you will find your place at Frontgrade.

Why Work for Us

We believe mission success starts with taking care of our people. That’s why we offer competitive health, wealth, and wellbeing benefits from day one. You’ll also find real opportunities to learn, grow, and advance, whether you’re building technical expertise, leading teams, or expanding into new areas. Here, your growth is part of the mission.

Additional Information

This position may require access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by either ITAR or EAR U.S. export laws.  As a condition of any job offer, in order to be employed in this position, you may need to obtain a U.S. Government export license(s), as required by law.

Other benefits include:

• Immediate Medical (FSA and HSA), Dental, and Vision

• 401K Match with 100% immediate vesting

• 9X80 compressed work schedule for qualifying roles

• Career Opportunity and Growth

• Tuition Reimbursement/Student Loan Repayment

• Generous PTO and 11 paid Holidays per year (9 designated holidays and 2 floating holidays)

8 weeks of 100% Paid Family Leave

Additional Information

• Job Identification: 436
• Job Category: Operations & Production
• Posting Date: 2026-10-20
• Job Schedule: Full time
• Locations: 3205 Lionshead Avenue, Carlsbad, CA, 92010, US
• Work Schedule: 9/80 Rotation A - 7a Start
• Minimum Salary: 22.87
• Maximum Salary: 28.03
• FG Job Referral Category: : Skillset Available in the Market: 500 Kudos points