Engineering Technician II (3rd shift)
About The Position
This is a hands-on Engineering Technician position on the 3rd shift. The role primarily assists with daily operations and maintenance of manufacturing processes for night vision systems. Work includes optimizing manufacturing processes, implementing cost-reduction opportunities through yield and productivity improvements and waste elimination, and reviewing and dispositioning night vision systems and components. The technician spends more than 70% of their time working directly with factory teams on the shop floor and performs other duties as assigned. The successful candidate is proficient with hand and machine tools, precision gauges, test instruments, and process equipment, and can apply Six-Sigma and Lean tools to improve processes and reduce waste. The role requires collaboration with teams and the ability to support the organization’s culture and morale.
Requirements
- Associate degree in an engineering field such as Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics, or equivalent relatable experience.
- At least 2 years of technical experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Proficiency in the use of hand and machine tools, precision gauges, test instruments, and process equipment.
- Understanding and skills in applying Six-Sigma tools effectively.
- Knowledge of Lean tools and their application to reduce waste.
- Strong analytical abilities and troubleshooting techniques.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to perform process engineering tasks proportionate to experience.
- PC proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Ability to work effectively within a team.
- Ability to support the organizational culture and build morale.
- Good interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance.
- Ability to comply with OSHA, EPA, fire regulations, company policies, and procedures.
- Ability to work 3rd shift.
Nice To Haves
- Experience reviewing, inspecting, and troubleshooting electronic assemblies.
- Experience with Night Vision Goggles.
- Experience with Thermal Imagery Equipment.
- Experience with optics.
- Experience with conformance testing to Mil-Stds.
Responsibilities
- Assist with daily operations and maintenance of manufacturing processes for night vision systems.
- Optimize manufacturing processes.
- Implement cost-reduction opportunities, including yield and productivity improvements and waste elimination.
- Review and disposition night vision systems and components.
- Work directly with factory teams on the shop floor for more than 70% of working time.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off.
- Competitive compensation and a 401(k) program.
- Medical, dental, vision, and disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts.
- Basic Life Insurance and additional Life and AD&D insurance options.
- Flexible Vacation and PTO.
- Paid Parental Leave.
- Employee Referral Program.
- Voluntary benefits, including longer-term care, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance.
- Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
