Production Technician II

If you are a seasoned tech professional looking to make an impact in a rewarding industry, join our team! The Production Technician II takes on more complex assembly tasks and ensures the accuracy and quality of assembled components. This role involves working independently and providing support to junior team members while adhering to safety and compliance standards.

The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection and security solutions worldwide. The MST team has a long legacy of supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial and international customers with years of experience in platform operations, engineering and full lifecycle management across domains - air, land, sea, space and cyber.

Responsibilities:

• Perform mechanical/electrical assembly from engineering drawings, assembly instructions, and other production documentation.
• Ability to interpret and work from drawings, manuals, handbooks and technical specifications.
• Ability to terminate various coaxial, circular, and D-type connectors in wire harnesses.
• Install and integrate wiring, and termination in accordance with system requirements and IPC standards.
• Perform simple tests such as continuity checks.
• Work with printed circuit boards (PCB) and other assemblies following detailed instructions accurately and consistently.
• Have good hand-eye coordination and be able to use a variety of standard hand tools including crimpers and soldering irons.
• Inspect assembly work for self and other team members per appropriate standards.
• Work with engineers to identify issues with new products and improve them.
• Knowledge of proper ESD controls.
• Must be detail and quality oriented, and have a good sense of self-discipline.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• 1+ years as a technician or in a related field.
• Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
• Basic understanding of technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals, and/or publications.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing principles.
• Experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Prior experience with electronic and/or mechanical assemblies and subassemblies.
• Basic skills in hand tools, assembly, soldering, and connectors.
• Computer literate with experience in Microsoft Windows and Office products, and ability to learn new specialized in-house applications as required.
• Ability to take instruction and work side-by-side with more advanced technicians to learn new skills.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• IPC J-STD-001 and 620 certifications.
• Related experience may be considered in lieu of required education and certifications.
• Circuit card assembly work with both surface mount and through-hole parts.
• Electronic component identification knowledge.
• OSHA 10-Hour Training certification.
• Experience with PPE (personal protection equipment).
• Able to work in an organized, clean work environment to 5S standards.
• Military electronic assembly background.
• Background in the aerospace or defense industry, the US Department of Defense, or US Military.

Essential Functions:

• Perform assembly tasks, including the ability to lift up to 25 lbs regularly.
• Operate and maintain assembly tools and equipment, requiring hand/finger dexterity.
• Stand for extended periods during the work shift.
• Work in potentially hazardous or loud environments, following safety protocols.
• Ability to travel may be required.
• For office roles, capability to work in an office or hybrid environment.

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We're known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation's most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.