AI Architect - 1683

SARA • Colorado Springs, CO

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Scientific Applications & Research Associates, Inc. (SARA) is seeking a talented, motivated, and imaginative Assembly Technician to support research and development activities within the High Power Electromagnetics Division (HPEM) in Colorado Springs, CO. This role offers the opportunity to grow and learn alongside experienced engineers, physicists, and technicians on long-standing and new programs. The candidate will contribute and collaborate in a multidisciplinary environment from conception through production. The position requires a good understanding of industrial painting, materials, processes, mechanical skills, and electrical assembly. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working independently, capable of following detailed work instructions, and able to complete technical assembly work with limited documented instructions. Knowledge of soldering processes and electrical assembly verifications is a plus but not required. This position is common to SARA and all SARA’s manufacturing environments, with opportunities for movement within the company based on needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2 – 7 years of relevant technical job experience.
• Must be able to pass and maintain ‘pass’ status on OSHA-approved Pulmonary Fitness Test (PFT) to wear a respirator, if applicable.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to complete assigned tasks and special assignments using documented work instructions with minimal supervision.
• Ability to read and understand engineering schematics and technical drawings.
• Ability to understand and follow work instructions.
• Ability to safely work with electrical assembly tools and equipment.
• May require moderate physical effort, involving standing, sitting, use of hands, carrying or lifting up to 30+ pounds.
• US Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance.
• Ability to visually inspect, position, align, solder, and finish components; distinguish materials, measurements, markings, and surface conditions; and safely perform detailed work using appropriate eye and face protection, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of soldering processes and electrical assembly verifications.
• 8 – 10 years of relevant technical experience.
• Professional painting experience in either automotive or marine painting applications.
• IPC-J-STD-001 Requirements for Soldered Electrical and Electronic Assemblies.
• IPC/WHMA-A-620 Requirements and Acceptance for Cable and Wire Harness Assemblies.
• Ability to assemble and manufacture against IPC Class 3 standards.
• Capable of reading and understanding technical drawings.
• Overhead crane operating experience.
• Forklift driving experience.
• Active Secret or Top-Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Capable of using production-level mechanical and fabrication assembly tools, including assembly aids, measurement tools, hand tools, power tools, and torque wrenches.
• Work closely with the Inventory team to ensure parts and supplies are available for timely work completion.
• Read and follow detailed work instructions.
• Work closely with the QA/QC team to immediately report non-compliance with technical drawings and/or work instructions.
• Interact with all levels of engineering staff and outside vendors.
• Provide feedback for process improvements or identify process risks.
• Focus on multiple areas across SARA depending on current needs.
• Work in an Electric Static Discharge (ESD) controlled environment.
• Capable of using production-level electrical assembly tools, including soldering tools, voltage meters, assembly aids, measurement tools, hand tools, and power tools.
• Verify quality of parts and assemblies using measurement and diagnostic tools.
• Perform painting and associated tasks to prepare products.
• Maintain equipment and associated tools for consistent paint application.
• Perform proper surface preparation, including cleaning, sanding, chemical treatment, and priming.
• Self-motivated and able to move between tasks effectively with limited directive.
• Comfortable working with hands and in busy, production-based environments.
• Keep work areas clean and organized.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance; and other supplemental programs.
• A generous PTO program (vacation, sick, holiday).
• Tuition & certification reimbursement.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Discretionary Employee bonuses.
• 401(k) match/profit sharing.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED