Assembly & Test Technician II, Mechanical

Marotta Controls•Parsippany, NJ

17h•$27 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

The Assembly & Test Technician II, Mechanical works alongside and assists senior technicians in processing electronic and electromechanical assemblies for aerospace, Navy, and space applications. The role assists with assembling and testing production hardware and subassemblies according to schematics and written or verbal specifications. Work includes soldering, crimping, electronic assembly, labeling, and capping hardware before it is presented for Final Inspection. The technician ensures products perform their intended functions, works to technical specifications and regulatory requirements, including military specifications, and uses assembly and test tools and equipment. The role also involves functional testing, troubleshooting, rework, accurate documentation, supporting equipment maintenance, and contributing to corrective actions and efficiency improvements. The position is based at the company's Parsippany, New Jersey office and may require 5–10% travel. It is a full-time position with an eight-hour Monday-through-Friday schedule; overtime and weekend work are required as job duties demand.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and ability to test repetitive products.
Ability to understand and work with blueprint drawings.
Detail-oriented, able to work in a fast-paced environment, and able to follow procedures.
Effective verbal and written communication skills for interacting with personnel at all organizational levels.
Computer literacy, including MS Office experience and basic PC skills.
At least one year of experience in a manufacturing or testing environment; less experience may be considered with a recent Associate of Applied Science degree.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including standing for extended periods, moving about the facility, and lifting, pushing, pulling, or moving items weighing up to 45 pounds.
Ability to work in manufacturing and machine-shop environments and use required eye, hearing, and foot protection.

Responsibilities

Ensure products perform their proposed functions satisfactorily.
Read and interpret procedures, schematics, technical drawings, and other documents; use measuring devices and equipment to confirm tooling and fixturing geometries and dimensions as directed.
Complete work in compliance with technical specifications and regulatory requirements, including military specifications.
Solder, crimp, and assemble critical electronic systems.
Follow company electrostatic discharge (ESD) policies.
Set up and operate assembly tools, including standard hand tools, load-testing devices, micrometers, depth micrometers, calipers, and microscopes.
Set up and operate testing equipment, including multimeters, ohmmeters, voltmeters, pressure gauges and transducers, data recorders, load cells, and flow meters.
Assist with testing equipment maintenance and repair.
Conduct functional testing; troubleshoot and rework hardware; and document results fully and accurately.
Maintain accurate parts and part counts for each job.
Identify causes of test failures, perform requested rework with limited supervision, and participate in corrective-action resolution.
Document and support Lean ideas to improve company efficiencies.
Communicate with vendors to schedule outside processes.
Assist with packaging hardware according to ESD procedures.
Keep hand tools clean and in working condition; notify the supervisor when equipment requires repair.
Properly handle and dispose of chemicals using required personal protective equipment.
Identify routing discrepancies and notify the supervisor so changes can be made if necessary.
Abide by safety, quality, housekeeping, and company policies and procedures to meet regulatory and internal system requirements.
Participate in team meetings and improvement initiatives, and support actions that advance company initiatives and goals.
Promote a positive and cooperative work environment through effective communication with internal and external contacts.
Demonstrate commitment to company values and keep management informed of area activities and significant problems.
Keep the work area clean, secure, and well maintained; complete special projects and other assigned duties.
Work overtime and weekends as job duties demand; travel may be required (5–10%).