Assembler - MSF

About the Role

The MSF Assembler performs precision smoothing, sharpening, polishing, or grinding on a variety of welded assemblies and is responsible for the movement of necessary inventory and parts to and from the weld department.

Responsibilities

• Performs highly specialized and very complex manufacturing or production project tasks/assignments of an advanced nature ranging from repetitive to non-repetitive production assembly operations on complex electronic and/or mechanical assemblies and subassemblies such as modules, boards, panels, drawers, frames, and cables.
• Participates in concurrent design teams.
• Performs very complex state-of-the-art advanced fabrication or inspection functions in a research, production, or pre-production environment.
• Builds or integrates complex hardware for prototypes, assemblies, and large complex systems.
• Builds complex RF, multi-function cables and harnesses.
• Soldiers complex subassemblies to meet critical RF performance.
• Reads and interprets very complex schematics and drawings.
• Follows complex methods, techniques, and sequence of operations in performing wiring, component installation, hand soldering, and cable harnessing on subassemblies and units.
• Performs highly complex electrical tests.
• Performs more complex rework and refurbishment of hardware and systems.
• Performs complex incorporation of Master Change Order (MCO), Engineering Change Order (ECO), Variance Authorization (VA), and use of visual aids.
• Conducts manufacturing inspections on processing line in accordance with quality specifications.
• Performs inspection per documentation.
• Organizes packing, movement, and protection of finished product.
• Disassembles, modifies, reworks, reassembles, and tests experimental or prototype assemblies and subassemblies according to specifications and under simulated conditions.
• Performs complicated fabrication and marking.
• Maintains and operates complex equipment/tooling.
• Performs complicated loading and configuring of customer/standard software on customer devices.
• Completes appropriate quality paperwork as required (e.g., Corrective Action Request, Discrepant Material Report).
• Accurately completes process paperwork and enters data into the applicable work order management system.
• Leads continuous improvement activities and participates in problem-solving activities.
• Leads by example in maintaining a clean and orderly work area.
• Supports safety/housekeeping standards.
• Mentors others as required and may delegate accordingly.
• Acts independently to determine methods and procedures on new assignments with minimal supervision.
• Performs other duties as needed and assigned.

Requirements

• Proficient manufacturing process skills.
• Ability to interpret highly complex documents, work instructions, engineering change notices, test procedures, and schematics.
• Ability to write equipment programs.
• Ability to organize multiple tasks.
• Ability to operate complex equipment.
• Proficient and effective communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work within a high-performance work team.
• Proficient knowledge of statistics and SPC applications.
• Proficient knowledge of configuration control procedures.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Proficient knowledge of measuring equipment and math.
• Ability to use various computer software applications to analyze and manage data.
• Ability to cross-train team members in complex tasks.
• Ability to lead team meetings and encourage participation.
• Ability to act as a role model for appropriate skills and behaviors.
• Ability to act as a liaison between other teams/functions.
• Ability to exhibit adaptability/flexibility.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 15 pounds.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to obtain/maintain a U.S. Department of Defense Security Clearance.

About the Company

With a history spanning more than seven decades, Communications & Power Industries’ (CPI) thousands of products have impacted people’s lives in numerous unseen ways every day. Our highly engineered products serve as the backbone of modern-day commercial and military communications systems, aid in the treatment of cancer, assist in diagnosing medical conditions, support and protect soldiers, sailors, and pilots, empower scientific discoveries and space exploration, help ensure the safety of imported foods and materials, and much more.

CPI is headquartered in Plano, Texas and is a global manufacturer of electronic components and subsystems. We have manufacturing locations in the United States, Canada, Europe, and Asia. With a heritage of technological excellence, our team serves customers in the communications, defense, medical, industrial, and scientific markets.

We value the unique and diverse skills, qualities, and backgrounds that each employee brings to CPI, and we respect each employee as an integral member of our growing team. CPI is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all current and prospective employees, as well as promoting a culture of inclusion and respect for everyone. We celebrate the innovation that diversity creates in the work environment, and we recognize that each employee brings their own unique capabilities, experiences, and perspectives to the organization.