Manufacturing Technician B

L3Harris Technologies•Ashburn, VA

40d•$23 - $43•Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Technician B works in a fast-paced production and research and development environment, fabricating components and assemblies for unmanned aerospace applications. Work includes composite layups and trimming, part finishing, painting, bonding, electro-mechanical assembly, and other fabrication processes as required. The role is part of the Agile Development Group, which develops technologies for unmanned air systems, radar systems, weapon systems, and RF sensor technologies.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and at least 4 years of relevant experience, or a post-secondary/associate degree and 0–2 years of relevant experience.
Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret security clearance.
Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with regular exposure to moving mechanical parts, dust, fumes, chemicals, and loud noises.
Ability to move and/or remain stationary for prolonged periods regularly.
Willingness and ability to comply with PPE requirements, including respirators, safety glasses, and gloves.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
Strong people skills and ability to work in a diverse, dynamic team environment.
Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
Strong work ethic and commitment to organizational success.
Ability to learn and understand drawings, procedures, and schedules.
Ability to accurately complete required paperwork.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Experience in an environment using lean practices.
Experience in an environment using ESD and FOD controls.
Experience fabricating and integrating composite materials or working in a manufacturing environment.
Experience in all phases of product design and fabrication, from initial R&D through full production.
Proficiency with shop equipment such as cutting and grinding tools, composite curing ovens, manual mills and lathes, table saws, and band saws.
Ability to read and understand drawings, procedures, and schedules.
Knowledge and understanding of product quality processes.

Responsibilities

Assist with fabrication and integration of parts and assemblies.
Construct carbon fiber, fiberglass, and/or Kevlar layups using methods such as compression molds, vacuum bagging, and compression bladders.
Perform part-fitting operations, including filing, sawing, burring, crimping, trimming, framing, riveting, drilling, and reaming.
Use adhesives such as epoxy and RTV to bond composite, metal, or laminate materials to parts, components, assemblies, equipment, or structures.
Perform finishing operations, including filling surface voids, sanding, and painting.
Perform mechanical and electro-mechanical assembly operations on small, precision parts.
Recommend updates to existing processes.
Monitor and verify finished-product quality using measurement tools such as micrometers and calipers.
Identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety, while upholding corporate safety standards.
Collaborate with manufacturing, planning, and engineering in a team setting.
Move, position, and/or transport 25–50 pounds regularly.
Operate manufacturing tools and equipment.
Comply with applicable personal protective equipment requirements.