Electronics Assembler Jobs in Arlington, TX
Electronics assembly work near Arlington clusters in Fort Worth, where Siemens builds low-voltage switchgear and Lockheed Martin Aeronautics wires aircraft, both a short drive west on I-30 or I-20. Entry pay on posted roles starts near $18 an hour. Here are the current openings, followed by who is hiring and how to train.
Current electronics assembler Openings in Arlington, TX
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Electronics Assembler Work in Arlington
Most electrical and electronics assembly jobs open to Arlington residents sit in Fort Worth. Siemens hires assemblers on two shifts to wire and build low-voltage switchgear, switchboards and power panels, and Lockheed Martin Aeronautics has hired electrical assemblers for crimping, soldering and fuel-tank sealing on aircraft. Bell's Dallas/Fort Worth operations round out the aerospace side of the market.
Arlington itself hosts Wallbox's first North American EV charger factory and the U.S. headquarters and power-supply plant of Salcomp, so watch the listings above for electronics work closer to home. Because the main plants are spread between Arlington and Fort Worth and the city has no fixed-route bus, most assemblers commute by car.
Top Arlington Employers Hiring Electronics Assemblers
These employers have posted electrical or electronics assembly roles in the Arlington and Fort Worth area:
- Siemens - the Fort Worth plant hires Assembler I on 1st and 2nd shift to connect cables and wiring in low-voltage switchgear and power panels, posted at $18.11 to $21.74 an hour plus a 5% second-shift differential.
- Lockheed Martin - Lockheed Martin Aeronautics in Fort Worth posted an Assembler Aircraft - Electrical opening in 2026, with crimping and soldering experience preferred.
- Bell - Bell's careers site lists Dallas/Fort Worth among its locations, with a Manufacturing job family that covers production roles.
Electronics Assembler Salaries in Arlington
- Entry level: about $16 to $19 an hour.
- Experienced: roughly $19 to $24 an hour, often with a second-shift premium of about 5%.
- Senior / aircraft electrical assembly: about $25 to $31 an hour.
These are estimates built from posted Siemens pay in Fort Worth and BLS May 2025 national figures, which put the median for electrical, electronic and electromechanical assemblers at $45,850 a year (about $22 an hour) and aircraft structure and systems assemblers at $65,380. Soldering and crimping skill, aerospace work, later shifts and direct hire rather than staffing placement all push pay up.
How to Become an Electronics Assembler in Arlington
Most electronics assembler jobs need a high school diploma or GED, good close vision and steady hands, and many train new hires. Texas does not license electronics assemblers. Tarrant County College's South Campus in Fort Worth offers an Electronics Technology certificate (23 credit hours, about $1,702 in-county for 2026-27) that teaches soldering equipment and hand tools, plus a 60-hour Electronics Technology: Robotics and Automation AAS. Industry soldering certifications such as IPC J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610 help you stand out, and Arlington ISD students can start in the Manufacturing cluster at the Dan Dipert Career and Technical Center.
What the Job Involves
Electronics assemblers build and wire assemblies from drawings and work instructions: cutting, stripping and crimping wire, routing harnesses and cables, soldering components, mounting hardware, and labeling finished units. They inspect their work, often under magnification, report nonconforming parts, and follow static-control and safety rules at the bench.
Skills Employers Look For
- Hand soldering and crimping
- Reading drawings, schematics and wiring diagrams
- Manual dexterity and good close vision
- Careful inspection and quality focus
- Safe use of hand and power tools
- Reliable attendance on assigned shifts
Career Path and Advancement
Around Arlington, electronics assemblers usually start on entry benches, add soldering and wiring skills, and move up to senior or lead assembler. From there the ladder runs to quality inspection, test or electronics technician work, and aircraft electrical assembly at the Fort Worth aerospace plants, where pay is highest.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do you need a license to be an electronics assembler in Texas?
No. Texas does not license electronics assemblers. Employers look for soldering and wiring skill, and industry certifications such as IPC J-STD-001 can help.
How much do electronics assemblers make in Arlington?
Entry roles in the Arlington area pay about $16 to $19 an hour, and experienced assemblers earn roughly $19 to $24. Aircraft electrical assembly can reach about $25 to $31 an hour.
Where can I learn soldering near Arlington?
Tarrant County College's Electronics Technology certificate at the South Campus in Fort Worth covers soldering equipment and hand tools in 23 credit hours. Many employers also train new hires on their own standards.
Is electrical assembly the same as electronics assembly?
They overlap. Switchgear assembly at plants like Siemens focuses on cables, wiring and panel hardware, while electronics assembly leans toward soldering small components and harnesses, and BLS counts both in one occupation.
What shifts do electronics assemblers work near Arlington?
Siemens in Fort Worth hires assemblers on 1st and 2nd shift and adds a 5% differential for 2nd shift. Aerospace postings may assign any shift, so ask about the schedule before you accept.
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