About Calian
At Calian, we help organizations overcome obstacles, manage risks, and drive progress. Since 1982, we’ve grown from a small consulting firm into a trusted global company across defence, space, health, nuclear energy, public safety, and government.
We create innovative solutions that tackle complex challenges and help organizations and communities stay resilient, informed, and connected. If you’re driven by purpose and energized by solving real-world challenges, we want you on our team.
Position Overview
The Assembler 1 performs work related to the production of electronics and associated products. Works in accordance with prescribed procedures. Fabricates and inspects printed circuit card assemblies, electrical/electronic sub-assemblies, and/or cable assemblies. Integrates fabricated assemblies into complete systems.
Responsibilities
- Has demonstrated ability to complete production tasks such as prepare, pre-form and install components under supervision
- Generally, understands appropriate PPE and safe work procedures for each task and why it is required, may ask questions or require periodic coaching on appropriate use
- Inspect assembled items for compliance to standards and drawings
- Follows prescribed documentation and manufacturing procedures
- Recognize and use basic assembly hand tools/equipment and knows their proper application
- Maintain required paperwork related to the project
- Able to make basic decisions through the course of normal production processes
- Asks for guidance if having material or process challenges
- Understands role in production process
- Demonstrates commitment to getting the job done, meets throughput requirements and demonstrates flexibility in job tasks
- Keeps workspace clean and organized
- Works constructively in a team, asks questions when needed, assists others when needed
- Has a positive attitude towards work assignment
- Demonstrates care and attention to detail while assembling
- Demonstrates basic knowledge of IPC standards, understands class types and criteria
- Other duties as required within the context of the role.
Qualifications
- High School diploma or equivalent
- No experience required
- Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
- Commitment to continuous quality improvement and work process evolution
- Interpersonal skills in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others
- Manual dexterity
- Ability to sit or stand for full shift
Nice to have:
- Prior experience in a fast-paced environment
- Prior experience indicating attention to detail
Additional Requirements
- Must be able to obtain clearances such a Reliability Status, Controlled Goods and/or Transportation of Dangerous Goods certification
This is a four‑month contract position running from May to August 2026, intended for students who will be returning to school in September.
Compensation
$18.00 per hour
Vacancy
We have 1 position available.
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At Calian, we do not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to screen or evaluate candidates. AI tools may support backend administrative tasks, but they do not influence hiring decisions. All evaluations and decisions are made by real people on our recruitment team and hiring managers. All applicants are reviewed and only those chosen for an interview will be contacted by our recruiting team.