Mech Assembler III - Electro-Mechanical Production Technician
About Our Client: Our client develops, integrates, and deploys advanced technology solutions that address existing and emerging missions for a range of customers across the Department of Defense (DoD).
Job Description: As an Electro-Mechanical Production Technician, you will work closely with manufacturing engineers and technicians to assemble and test electro-mechanical devices, improve production processes, and ensure a clean and organized manufacturing floor. Your primary responsibilities include assembly of complex electro-mechanical systems and sub-systems, test and data collection using various lab equipment, and fostering an environment of continuous improvement.
You'll work in a pilot production line environment with a team of 8 manufacturing engineers and technicians, focusing on learning assembly processes rapidly while contributing to process improvements.
The ideal candidate brings a background in sophisticated electro-mechanical products for DoD customers, experience with CCA and Piezo electric testing, and expertise in lean manufacturing principles with the ability to lead process improvement initiatives.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assemble complex electro-mechanical systems and sub-systems including experience with polyurethane encapsulation and soldering.
- Perform test and data collection using various lab equipment including oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, and impedance analyzers.
- Inspect and test CCAs and Piezo electrics for conformance to drawings and specifications.
- Lead process improvement projects in work cells and on the manufacturing floor.
- Write or redline work instructions for new production processes to document improvements.
- Ensure an organized and clean workspace (5S) including total preventive maintenance of equipment, tooling, and fixtures.
- Foster an environment of continuous improvement using industry best practices such as Root Cause Analysis and Kaizen.
- Value the importance of following precise Standard Work instructions while empowering team members to contribute to improvements.
- Read, interpret, and understand assembly drawings and technical documentation.
- Rapidly understand work instructions and their requirements.
- Assemble small components into space-restricted subsystems with precision.
- Use crimpers, wire strippers, and soldering irons competently.
- Operate hand tools, power tools, adhesives, and scales effectively.
- Maintain compliance with ESD, FOD, and EH&S requirements.
- Document processes and improvements using Microsoft Office applications.
Required Experience/Skills:
- Background in development, production, delivery, and ongoing support of sophisticated electro-mechanical products that serve DoD customer requirements.
- Experience with inspection and test of CCAs and Piezo electrics for conformance to drawings.
- Ability to lead process improvement projects in work cells and manufacturing floor.
- Capability to write or redline work instructions for new production processes.
- Ability to read, interpret, and understand assembly drawings.
- Ability to rapidly understand work instructions and their requirements.
- Experience assembling small components into space-restricted subsystems.
- Competent in using crimpers, wire strippers, and soldering irons.
- Competent in using hand tools, power tools, adhesives, and scales.
- Competent in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio).
- Experience with ESD, FOD, and EH&S requirements.
- Experience in world-class lean manufacturing principles.
- High school diploma or equivalent and 3+ years of prior relevant experience.
- SECRET security clearance.
Nice-to-Haves:
- Handling experience with Hazmat materials.
- J-STD-001 and/or IPC-A-610 Certification.
- Kitting experience in manufacturing environments.
- Knowledge and experience with ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Standards.
- Additional lean manufacturing certifications or training.
Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- 3+ years of prior relevant experience required.
Pay & Benefits Summary:
- Hourly rate: $35.06
- 6-month contract with possibility of conversion to full-time employee (FTE)
- Growth and development opportunities within the role and greater team
- Professional development in lean manufacturing environment
Join Our Manufacturing Excellence Team! If you're an experienced electro-mechanical production technician with DoD background and lean manufacturing expertise, we invite you to apply. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge defense systems while contributing to the growth of our expanding Lynnwood facility and leading process improvement initiatives.