Electro-Mechanical Technologist

Leidos•Lynnwood, WA

6d•$48,100 - $86,950•Onsite

About The Position

The Maritime Systems Division (MSD) of Leidos develops, integrates, and deploys advanced technology solutions that address existing and emerging maritime missions for a range of customers across the Department of Defense (DoD). Due to our continued growth as a division, MSD currently has an opportunity for an Electro-Mechanical Technician in Lynnwood, WA. This position is responsible for supporting assembly, testing, and production work related to electro-mechanical devices used for both surface and subsea applications. Whether supporting a first ever R&D build in the lab or a long-standing production program alongside customers in the field the successful applicant will be self-motivated, detail oriented and solution driven. This position requires US citizenship and an active Secret security clearance.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent and 5 - 7 years of prior related experience.
Current active SECRET security clearance.
Must have experience reading schematics and drawings.
Must have hands on experience in electrical and mechanical assembly.
Must be highly detail oriented.
Must have experience with the operation and use of basic machine shop tools and wood working shop tools (i.e. Drills, saws, grinder, router, sander, media blasting, etc.).
Familiar with and capable of operating standard electronic test equipment; oscilloscopes, meters, frequency generators, etc.
Capable of soldering to J-STD-001 and willingness to obtain J-Std certification.
Must be self-motivated, self-sufficient, and highly organized. Ability to switch from one task to another at a moment’s notice.
Must keep workspaces clean, organized and free from grit, dust, and other FOD.
Need to work well with others and be able to communicate and understand verbal and written instructions.
Capable of interacting with customers, peers, and supervisors with professionalism.
Worked in or around ESD Environments
Safety minded to support facility safety processes, procedures and organization.

Nice To Haves

2-year degree or equivalent technical education certification in relevant disciplines.
Prior experience with unmanned underwater vehicles and associated sensors, underwater cables/connectors (including molding/potting), control and monitor electronics, launch and recovery subsystems, and acoustic sensors.
Fiber Optics manufacturing, troubleshooting, and repair.
Certified to J-STD-001 solder standard.
Prior experience using fabrication equipment (ie: milling machine, lathe, bandsaw, metal brake and shears).
ISO manufacturing experience.
Experience with CAD (design, manipulation and interpretation)
Fundamental knowledge about Lean Manufacturing such as 5S workplace organization techniques.

Responsibilities

Electrical assembly
Wire harness fabrication utilizing wire splicing, crimping, molex connector installation and soldering on a multitude of different connectors and cable types.
Circuit board component installation using J-Std approved soldering techniques for surface mount and through-hole components on multi-layer printed circuit boards.
Circuit card assembly inspection and test.
Utilize standard lab equipment (oscilloscopes, digital multi-meters, etc.) to assess and troubleshoot electronic assemblies.
Mechanical assembly
Assembly and test various mechanical systems per documented drawings and processes or by system knowledge (project dependent).
Potting and encapsulation of connectors, electronics, and subassemblies
Read, understand and follow engineering assembly drawings, bill of materials, manufacturing procedures, work instructions, and misc. supporting documentation.
Use various hand tools to assemble mechanical components into larger assemblies.
Able to troubleshoot assembly issues under limited supervision.
Support documentation standards by filling out serial number records, travelers, work orders, and non-conformance reports.
Conceptualize and build assembly fixtures as needed for continuous process improvement
Support the creation and implementation of work orders, test procedures, and safety procedures.
Maintain a clean, organized and safe work environment.
Manage lab equipment and assembly fixtures, support repair tasks, or seek assistance of project personnel to keep all equipment in good working condition.