Aerospace Cable Harness Assembler – Orlando, Florida

VP Aviation is now hiring an Aerospace Cable Harness Assembler in Orlando, Florida, supporting the build and testing of wiring harnesses and electronic sub-assemblies used in aviation and defense applications. This contract role offers competitive pay, 1st-shift hours, and a strong path to long-term employment for technicians who meet production and workmanship standards.

This opportunity is ideal for candidates with hands-on wiring, soldering, crimping, and harness-building experience who want to work in a detail-focused environment with high-quality expectations.

Position Overview

The Aerospace Cable Harness Assembler will read wiring diagrams, schematics, and form boards to build and route electrical harnesses. Daily tasks include crimping, soldering, stripping, torque operations, plugging contacts into connectors, and assembling backshells to Class 3 IPC workmanship standards. Technicians will also perform continuity checks, quality inspections, and documentation of work performed.

In addition, the role involves assembling electronic and mechanical sub-assemblies such as panels, modules, frames, and cable systems. Transitioning between repetitive and non-repetitive assembly tasks is expected, and technicians may also rework or modify assemblies based on engineering direction.

Responsibilities

• Build cable and wire harnesses to Class 3 IPC standards

• Perform soldering, crimping, stripping, and torque-tool operations

• Plug contacts into connectors and torque backshells

• Read wiring diagrams, schematics, and mechanical drawings

• Assemble electronic and mechanical sub-assemblies (panels, modules, frames, cables)

• Conduct continuity checks on in-process and completed work

• Document work according to specifications and quality requirements

• Rework or modify prototype or production assemblies when required

• Maintain safety, quality, and 6S/Kaizen improvement practices

Qualifications

Required:

• 1–2 years of cable or harness assembly experience

• Proficiency in crimping, soldering, and connector assembly

• Ability to read diagrams, drawings, and written instructions

• Ability to perform continuity checks and follow Class 3 workmanship

Preferred:

• IPC-620 or IPC-610 certification

• Aerospace, defense, or electronic assembly experience

Additional Requirements

• Vision exam required during compliance (completed onsite in Orlando)

• Compliance requirements consistent with our Greenville, SC programs

• Must meet the three key skill areas: harness building, crimping, soldering

• Candidates previously rejected for recent harness roles cannot be resubmitted

About VP Aviation

VP Aviation provides aircraft maintenance services, Mobile Response Teams for AOG and special projects, and aviation staffing solutions nationwide. Learn more about our services on our Aviation Staffing page or visit our About Us page to explore our full capabilities.