Join the Team Saving the Planet, One Animal at a Time

At Wildlife Computers, we’re not just a manufacturing company – we’re a passionate team dedicated to protecting the world’s most amazing creatures. Since 1984, our cutting-edge satellite tags have enabled groundbreaking research into the lives of seals, whales, sea turtles, and more. The data we provide is driving real change and shaping environmental policies across the globe.

Be Part of Something Bigger

As an Electro-Mechanical Assembler, you’ll play a vital role in creating the innovative technology that uncovers the secrets of the animal kingdom. Your work will quite literally touch the lives of some of the most majestic beings on Earth, while contributing to our ever-growing portfolio of over 4,000 research publications.This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to merge your skills with your passion for conservation. Join a diverse team of scientists, engineers, and researchers, all united in their quest to better understand and protect our planet’s natural wonders.

What You Will Bring:

• A keen eye for detail and the ability to follow technical instructions precisely.
• Hands-on experience with soldering (IPC 610 certification required).
• High school diploma or equivalent, or 12-18 months of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in basic math, Microsoft Office, and good communication skills.

What You Will Do:

From assembling circuit boards to testing finished products, you’ll be instrumental in the entire manufacturing process. With your meticulous attention to detail and passion for quality, you’ll ensure our satellite tags meet the highest standards, ready to embark on their journey to the far corners of the globe*.

The details:

• Complete work orders by following written procedures, drawings, verbal instructions, and sample assemblies.
• Join or secure parts using a variety of components and connect lead wires to printed circuit boards or routes and connect wires between individual pieces.
• Install finished assemblies or subassemblies in molds, and execute intermediate assembly tasks—potting, encapsulating, impregnating, epoxy bonding, and more.
• Conduct online go-no-go testing and inspect parts to meet specifications and standards.
• Clean molds, cast instruments for re-use or testing, and subassemblies (may involve the use of isopropyl alcohol, acetone, or Flux-Off).
• Provide feedback to the engineering department to improve quality, reliability, and efficiency; assist in maintaining accurate inventory levels; and participate in the company safety plan.

What We Offer:

• A unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge conservation technology.
• A tight-knit, family-friendly company culture that values authenticity.
• Comprehensive benefits including generous paid time off (24 days of PTO starting day 0ne), medical/dental/vision, 401 (k), and skills development.
• Opportunities for growth, mentorship, and skills development.
• A competitive salary range of $23-$25 per hour.

Don’t just find a job – find your calling. Apply now to become our new Electro-Mechanical Assembler and join us in shaping a better future for our planet’s incredible wildlife.

*Physical Demands of this Position

As this is a hands-on position, there are physical demands surrounding it. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. You will need to:

• Work in a manufacturing-laboratory environment with chemical exposure that is typical for a manufacturing casting room environment.
• Work in an environment where the noise level is moderate; however, occasional work is required near moving mechanical parts where the noise level is louder with dust, vibration, chemical exposure etc.
• Sit or stand for long periods of time to manually manipulate parts and tools with repetitive hand and wrist motions.
• Occasionally lift to 40 pounds
• Occasionally work under a microscope for long periods of time