Assembly Technician Jobs in Texas
Assembly Technician jobs in Texas are in high demand, with active hiring across aerospace and defense, electronics manufacturing, and industrial equipment sectors at every level from entry-level to senior technician. Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and San Antonio are the biggest hiring hubs, anchored by major employers such as Lockheed Martin, Raytheon Technologies, and Samsung Austin Semiconductor. The most sought-after specialties in Texas include electromechanical assembly, precision mechanical assembly, and circuit board and PCB assembly. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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General Description of Job: This person is responsible for assisting lead technicians & personnel in the manufacturing of panel box units, relay racks and other duties as may be assigned. The technician may be moved from different departments within the production facility as workloads require. The main job is to perform tasks as requested, work alongside and under the direction of lead technicians, and to gain knowledge and the necessary skills to move up to a lead technician. These skills include, but are not limited to, reading and understanding basic drawings/schematics, use of hand and power tools, and following company procedures on the assembly of control panels and relay racks.
Duties & Responsibilities to include but not limited to:
- Assist lead technician with the assigned projects including assembling of parts and components, position, align and fasten units to assembles, subassemblies or frames using hand and power tools.
- Drill, tab, ream, countersink, and spot-face bolt holes in parts, using drill press and portable power drills.
- Cut and connect cables and/or wires to PLC cards, terminal blocks, power supplies, relay blocks and other components as directed and according to schematic specifications.
- Label wires and components as well as install tags and associated labels on the panel boxes. Install company name plates and any identification labels and/or tags including UL labels as directed and according to schematic specifications.
- Cut and install wire way and covers, tubing and any other items associated with the project as directed by senior technician and according to schematic specifications.
- Measure parts to determine tolerances, using measuring instruments such as tape measure, ruler, level, micrometers, and calipers.
- Aid with inspecting, testing, point to point, adjusting and correcting issues found in testing to ensure units meet specifications, tolerances and customer requirements.
- Study and learn to read schematics in order to diagnose issues with drawings and functionality of the panels. Study and learn the functionality of components in order to better understand how the unit works with the help of the senior technician or project manager.
- Assist in the final stages of the project including but not limited to, heat shrinking labels, pictures, placement of documentation, cleanup of the project including sweeping, vacuuming and taking out trash.
Other Duties:
- Help in all areas that may be assigned to you by management. This includes but not limited to departments such as fabrication, layout, tags and labels, wiring and front office.
- Help to ensure that the shop has been swept and all trash and excess wire has been picked up at the end of each day.
- Ensuring trash and recyclables have been removed from shop containers and new bags have been placed in containers at the end of each day.
Requirements
- 1+ years of experience and/or knowledge of electrical theory and/or electrical assembly
- The ability to read schematics is required.
- Attentive to details
- Produces high quality workmanship
- Efficient, loyal, courteous, respectful, positive attitude
- Great communication skills
General Description of Job: This person is responsible for assisting lead technicians & personnel in the manufacturing of panel box units, relay racks and other duties as may be assigned. The technician may be moved from different departments within the production facility as workloads require. The main job is to perform tasks as requested, work alongside and under the direction of lead technicians, and to gain knowledge and the necessary skills to move up to a lead technician. These skills include, but are not limited to, reading and understanding basic drawings/schematics, use of hand and power tools, and following company procedures on the assembly of control panels and relay racks.
Duties & Responsibilities to include but not limited to:
- Assist lead technician with the assigned projects including assembling of parts and components, position, align and fasten units to assembles, subassemblies or frames using hand and power tools.
- Drill, tab, ream, countersink, and spot-face bolt holes in parts, using drill press and portable power drills.
- Cut and connect cables and/or wires to PLC cards, terminal blocks, power supplies, relay blocks and other components as directed and according to schematic specifications.
- Label wires and components as well as install tags and associated labels on the panel boxes. Install company name plates and any identification labels and/or tags including UL labels as directed and according to schematic specifications.
- Cut and install wire way and covers, tubing and any other items associated with the project as directed by senior technician and according to schematic specifications.
- Measure parts to determine tolerances, using measuring instruments such as tape measure, ruler, level, micrometers, and calipers.
- Aid with inspecting, testing, point to point, adjusting and correcting issues found in testing to ensure units meet specifications, tolerances and customer requirements.
- Study and learn to read schematics in order to diagnose issues with drawings and functionality of the panels. Study and learn the functionality of components in order to better understand how the unit works with the help of the senior technician or project manager.
- Assist in the final stages of the project including but not limited to, heat shrinking labels, pictures, placement of documentation, cleanup of the project including sweeping, vacuuming and taking out trash.
Other Duties:
- Help in all areas that may be assigned to you by management. This includes but not limited to departments such as fabrication, layout, tags and labels, wiring and front office.
- Help to ensure that the shop has been swept and all trash and excess wire has been picked up at the end of each day.
- Ensuring trash and recyclables have been removed from shop containers and new bags have been placed in containers at the end of each day.
Requirements
- 1+ years of experience and/or knowledge of electrical theory and/or electrical assembly
- The ability to read schematics is required.
- Attentive to details
- Produces high quality workmanship
- Efficient, loyal, courteous, respectful, positive attitude
- Great communication skills
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Assembly Technician Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Control Panels USA16
- AST SpaceMobile6
- Arbin Instruments2
- Celestica2
- SMS InfoComm Corporation2
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services17
- Telecommunications6
- Electronics & Hardware5
- Manufacturing2
- Technology & Software2
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in assembly technician jobs across Texas.
- High school diploma or GED with hands-on assembly or manufacturing coursework preferred
- Experience reading and interpreting mechanical drawings, schematics, or blueprints
- Proficiency using hand tools, torque wrenches, and precision measuring instruments
- Ability to meet IPC-A-610 or J-STD-001 soldering and workmanship standards
- Familiarity with ESD safety procedures and cleanroom or controlled-environment protocols
- Capacity to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods on the production floor
Assembly Technician Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become an assembly technician in Texas?
Most assembly technician positions in Texas do not require a state-issued license, but employers consistently favor candidates who have completed a certificate or associate degree program in electronics technology, electromechanical technology, or manufacturing technology at a Texas community college such as Houston Community College or Dallas College. Earning an IPC certification in soldering or inspection gives applicants a concrete credential that Texas aerospace and electronics employers recognize and often request.
Which companies hire assembly technicians in Texas?
Employers hiring assembly technicians in Texas right now include Control Panels USA, AST SpaceMobile, and Arbin Instruments, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's concentration of defense contractors, semiconductor manufacturers, and industrial equipment producers means steady, year-round demand for technicians with both mechanical and electromechanical skills across the state.
Which Texas cities have the most assembly technician jobs?
Georgetown, El Paso, and Houston have the most assembly technician openings in Texas. Houston leads due to its deep base of energy equipment and aerospace manufacturers, Dallas-Fort Worth draws volume from defense primes and electronics firms clustered in the Metroplex, and San Antonio benefits from its growing defense and advanced manufacturing corridor anchored by military installation contractors.
Are there remote assembly technician jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. Assembly technician work is fundamentally hands-on and tied to a production floor, test bench, or cleanroom, so most roles require daily on-site presence. About 0% of assembly technician openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and those positions typically involve quality documentation, inspection reporting, or technical coordination rather than direct assembly work.
How can I get hired as an assembly technician in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a production associate or manufacturing associate role at a large Texas facility, then moving into a dedicated assembly technician title once you have floor time. Employers such as Lockheed Martin and Raytheon operate apprenticeship and technician development programs at their Texas sites. Completing an electromechanical or electronics certificate at a Texas community college and earning an entry-level IPC soldering certification before applying gives candidates a measurable edge over applicants with no credentials.
Where can I find and apply to assembly technician jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to assembly technician jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings from employers across the state. Find roles that match your experience and location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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