Senior Production Technician - Robotics & Aerospace

Responsibilities

• This role includes assembly, testing, and troubleshooting components, products, and systems with opportunities to influence product implementation and Design for Manufacturability.
• Using hand tools, such as soldering equipment, and power tools to assemble products and components according to specifications and requirements.
• Inspecting components and assemblies for quality assurance and performing routine maintenance on assembly equipment.
• Troubleshooting and resolving assembly issues; documenting and reporting any discrepancies or challenges.
• Collaborating with team members to meet production deadlines while maintaining organization and cleanliness of the assembly workspace.
• Following safety protocols and guidelines to maintain a safe work environment, including the proper use of PPE (personal protection equipment) to prevent unexpected incidents.
• Maintaining accurate records of production data and results related to various tests and inspection procedures.
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to increase efficiency and reduce production costs.

Qualifications and Skills

• Significant experience as an assembly/production technician or similar role.
• Proficient in building precision cable harnesses, including soldering and crimping of small gauge wiring.
• Proficient in PCBA work and rework of fine pitch SMT and through hole assemblies.
• Proficient in assembly of small opto-electro-mechanical instruments.
• Strong attention to detail and organizing, and time management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to follow complex technical drawings and specifications, written or oral instructions, and Engineering Change Notices.
• Ability and willingness to work with preliminary system documentation and collaborate with Engineering to contribute to the development and refinement of such documentation.
• Proficient in using hand tools, power tools, measuring instruments, and electrical testing equipment, and mechanical dimensioning gauges.
• Strong interpersonal communication and collaboration skills, and the ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment.
• Well-rounded computer skills for documenting and maintaining accurate records.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new techniques and technologies.
• Degree in a related field or equivalent work experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Strong expertise in soldering (IPC J-STD-001).
• Inspection against drawings of electrical and mechanical components.
• A&P certification, ASE certification, or similar is a plus.
• Experience with production operation tools and processes such as ERP, MRP, MES.
• Exposure to Quality Management Systems and Lean and Six Sigma.

Benefits

• Compensation compatible with qualifications
• 401(k) plan
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• Life insurance; long-term and short-term disability benefits