Electro-Mechanical Technician
About The Position
Leidos Defense Systems Manufacturing Platform Integration Facility (PIF) is hiring an Electro-Mechanical Technician to work with engineers and customers in designing and building hardware to meet unique technical requirements. The technician will interpret drawings, build and fabricate production and prototype hardware, and test and deploy hardware. The role involves building electrical and/or mechanical systems for the Department of Defense. Multiple opportunities are available across experience levels, with opportunity level and compensation matched to the candidate’s experience. The position is based in Huntsville, Alabama.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED and at least 2 years of experience in an aerospace manufacturing environment, or related experience and/or training.
- Experience reading schematic drawings and other manufacturing documentation.
- Experience building and installing electrical and/or mechanical assemblies.
- Familiarity with basic hand tools, torque wrenches, and wire crimping tools.
- Ability to perform cable fabrication work.
- High degree of finger and hand dexterity for stripping thin wires, crimping tiny terminals, and performing detailed assembly.
- Strong near vision and color discrimination to identify wire colors, read microscopic gauge labels, and route cables according to schematics.
- Mechanical aptitude, a good work ethic, and a sense of responsibility.
- Good communication skills and ability to work on a team with diverse skill sets in a production environment, and willingness to take on varied duties.
- Ability to stand or sit for long periods.
- Flexibility to work scheduled and unscheduled overtime, including weekends, to support production schedules, customer commitments, and operational requirements.
- Must reside in the North Alabama area or be willing to relocate to the Huntsville–North Alabama area.
- Must be a U.S. citizen and possess and maintain a Final Secret Clearance, or be eligible to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Costpoint, Solumina, Agile, or Windchill.
- Planning or scheduling experience.
- IPC-WHMA-A-620 certification.
Responsibilities
- Interpret drawings and manufacturing documentation to build and fabricate production and prototype hardware.
- Build electrical and/or mechanical systems for the Department of Defense.
- Test and deploy hardware.
- Perform cable fabrication work.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
