Electronics Assembler

Your Job

Molex Aerospace & Defense Solutions (ADS) is seeking an Electronics Assembler to join our manufacturing team in Camarillo, California. In this role, you will assemble, inspect, and document electronic products and subassemblies used in high-reliability applications across commercial, aerospace, defense, and industrial markets. You will play a critical role in ensuring products are built to exact specifications while meeting quality, delivery, and safety requirements.
Our Team

Molex ADS designs and manufactures advanced interconnect, electronic, and RF solutions that support mission-critical applications around the world. Our Camarillo facility specializes in the production of high-performance electronic assemblies, serving customers who rely on exceptional quality, reliability, and precision. As part of our manufacturing team, you will work alongside skilled operators, technicians, engineers, and quality professionals committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
What You Will Do

• Assemble electronic products and subassemblies using engineering drawings, work instructions, bills of material (BOMs), and approved process documentation.
• Install electronic components, hardware, cables, and mechanical assemblies while meeting quality and workmanship standards.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, microscopes, and assembly equipment safely and effectively.
• Perform in-process inspections to verify conformance to product specifications and workmanship requirements.
• Identify and report material discrepancies, workmanship concerns, and documentation issues.
• Complete production travelers, work orders, and manufacturing records accurately and in a timely manner.
• Follow ESD controls, product handling requirements, and preservation processes.
• Support daily production objectives while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality, and delivery performance.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in accordance with company standards.
• Comply with all applicable quality, environmental, regulatory, ITAR, and export control requirements.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, quality, and operational performance.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and follow written work instructions and manufacturing documentation.
• Ability to interpret assembly drawings and related production documentation.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and manufacturing systems.
• Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity.
• Ability to work under magnification or a microscope when required.
• Ability to work in an ITAR-compliant manufacturing environment.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Previous electronic assembly, electromechanical assembly, or manufacturing experience.
• Knowledge of IPC workmanship standards (IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-A-620, or similar).
• Understanding of ESD controls and electronic product handling requirements.
• Experience working in a regulated manufacturing environment supporting aerospace, defense, medical, or industrial products.
• Experience using ERP systems such as SAP.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to quickly learn new assembly processes and products.
• Soldering experience and familiarity with electronic components and assemblies.
• IPC certification or willingness to obtain certification.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Ability to perform repetitive hand and finger movements.
• Ability to occasionally lift and move up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to perform detailed assembly work using microscopes and precision tools.
• Visual acuity sufficient to inspect small components and identify workmanship defects.

This Role Might Be a Good Fit If You

• Take pride in producing high-quality work with minimal defects or rework.
• Consistently follow documented procedures and work instructions.
• Demonstrate reliability, accountability, and a strong attendance record.
• Work effectively as part of a collaborative team.
• Maintain a strong commitment to safety, quality, and compliance.
• Look for opportunities to improve processes and support operational excellence.

For this role, we anticipate paying $18- $24/hr.

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Hiring Philosophy

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Who We Are

As a Koch company, Molex is a leading supplier of connectors and interconnect components, driving innovation in electronics and supporting industries from automotive to health care and consumer to data communications. The thousands of innovators who work for Molex have made us a global electronics leader. Our experienced people, groundbreaking products and leading-edge technologies help us deliver a wider array of solutions to more markets than ever before.

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Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aquí, or tu ). In order to comply with U.S. export control laws and regulations, this position requires applicants to either provide proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status or be eligible to receive an export authorization (a license) under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or the Export Administration Regulations.