Assembly & Test Technician II, Mechanical

Marotta Controls•Parsippany, NJ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assembly & Test Technician II primarily works alongside and assists senior technicians in processing electronic and electromechanical assemblies for aerospace, Navy, and space applications. The role assists with assembly and testing of production hardware and subassemblies in accordance with schematics and written or verbal specifications. Work includes soldering, crimping, electronic assembly, labeling, and capping hardware before it is presented to Final Inspection. The technician ensures products perform their intended functions satisfactorily and completes work in compliance with technical specifications, regulatory requirements, and applicable military specifications. The position is based at Marotta Controls’ Parsippany, New Jersey office and involves both professional office and manufacturing/machine shop environments. The job is full-time, Monday through Friday, with eight-hour workdays. Overtime and weekend work are required as job duties demand, and some travel may be required (5–10%).

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, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and follow procedures.
Effective verbal and written communication skills for interacting with personnel at all levels of the organization.
Computer literacy, including Microsoft 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 A.A.S. degree.
Ability to work overtime and weekends as job duties demand.
Ability to meet the role’s physical requirements, including standing for extended periods, moving around the facility, and lifting, pushing, pulling, or moving items weighing up to 45 pounds.
Must provide proof of U.S. citizenship and/or an export license if required for applicable contracts, laws, regulations, or executive orders.

Responsibilities

Read and interpret procedures, schematics, technical drawings, and other documents; use measuring devices and equipment to confirm tooling and fixture geometries and dimensions as directed.
Complete assigned 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 and package hardware in accordance with ESD procedures.
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 maintenance and repair of testing equipment.
Conduct functional testing, troubleshoot, rework, 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.
Maintain hand tools in clean working condition and notify a supervisor when equipment requires repair.
Handle and dispose of chemicals properly, using required personal protective equipment.
Identify routing discrepancies and notify a supervisor so changes can be made if necessary.
Abide by safety, quality, housekeeping, and company policies and procedures.
Participate in team meetings and improvement initiatives, and support actions that advance company initiatives and goals.
Contribute to a positive and cooperative work environment through effective internal and external communication.
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.