Assembly Technician

Responsibilities

• Utilize wiring diagrams, layout drawings, parts lists, and other documentation, along with a variety of tools, to assemble subassemblies and full gauges.
• Cut, strip, and solder wires to create necessary connections within the gauge.
• Test subassemblies to ensure electromechanical components operate smoothly in concert with gear trains, pointers, etc.
• Consult with the in-house machine shop if subassemblies or units require modification of existing parts for smooth operation.
• Consult with the calibration technician or senior production staff to ensure calibration of key components is considered throughout the assembly process.
• Create documentation on assembly and subassembly work to improve future execution of duties.
• Edit or create CAD files as necessary to document new parts or modifications.

Requirements

• Ideally, a background or basic understanding of electronics (full training can be provided).
• Dexterity and familiarity with using various tools.
• Experience assembling instrumentation for aircraft or flight simulators is a plus.

Components Typically Utilized

• Synchros (transmitters, receivers), resolvers, potentiometers, motors, gearheads.
• Circuit boards (integrated circuit chips, microcontrollers).
• Gear trains (collars, pinions, split gears, shafts, bearings, etc.), switches, light bulbs.

Benefits

• Health Insurance