Lead Tech - Mfg/Ops

RTX•Goleta, CA

23h•$66,000 - $125,400•Onsite

About The Position

We have an opening for a Lead Technician in our Production Class 7 Clean Room Facility in Goleta, California, that is involved in the packaging of IR detectors for high reliability space, military, and commercial applications. We are in need of a skilled electro-mechanical technician in support of a variety of program processes as assigned by management. The selected candidate will be working with critical dewars and subassemblies.

Requirements

Typically requires an AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 8 years relevant experience
Experience in manufacturing or operations
At least 3 years of leadership experience and/or customer service
Experience using general lab equipment like scopes, tooling, and small hand-held tools (tweezers, screwdrivers, etc.)
Experience working with ESD-sensitive parts
Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working in a technical field, around ESD sensitive parts is a plus.
Experience with FOD and FOD reduction methods
Experience in orienting, training, assigning, and checking the work of other entry-level Manufacturing/Operations employees

Responsibilities

Work with engineering to troubleshoot equipment, tooling and help with new process developments and improvements.
Review work instruction requirements and recommend tools and equipment to engineering.
May make recommendations concerning acquisition and use of new technological equipment and materials.
Perform professional work regularly across multiple manufacturing disciplines.
Monitor and provide training for new employees.
Must wear company provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and strictly follow all safety-related processes, procedures, and protocols.
Perform hand painting, spray painting, and touch-up operations on production hardware and components.
Lead in orienting, training, assigning, and checking the work of technical/business support employees.