Production Technician II

Sierra Nevada Corporation•Vista, NV

About The Position

The Production Technician II performs complex mechanical and electrical assembly tasks and ensures assembled components meet accuracy and quality standards. The technician works independently, supports junior team members, and follows applicable safety and compliance standards. The role is part of SNC’s Mission Solutions and Technologies business area, which provides command, control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection, and security solutions to Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial, and international customers. The position includes assembly and rework of printed circuit boards (PCBs) and circuit card assemblies (CCAs), including post-SMT completion tasks such as separating boards from panels, soldering, labeling, masking, and conformal coating. The technician uses production documentation and technical references, inspects work, maintains ESD controls, and collaborates with engineers to identify product issues and improvements. The role may require travel and involves physical assembly work in potentially hazardous or loud environments.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
At least 1 year of experience as a technician or in a related field; a higher-level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
Basic understanding of technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals, and/or publications.
Basic understanding of manufacturing principles.
Experience in a manufacturing, production, or warehouse environment.
Prior experience with electronic and/or mechanical assemblies and subassemblies.
Basic assembly, soldering, and connector skills.
Circuit card assembly and rework experience, including soldering surface-mount and through-hole parts.
Experience with Windows and Office products, and ability to learn specialized in-house applications as required.
Ability to take instruction and work side-by-side with advanced technicians to learn new skills.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance; U.S. citizenship is required for this position.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds regularly, use hand and finger dexterity, and stand for extended periods during the work shift.
Ability to follow safety protocols in potentially hazardous or loud environments.
Detail- and quality-oriented work habits.

Nice To Haves

IPC J-STD-001 and 7711/7721 certifications; related experience may be considered in lieu of required education and certifications.
Knowledge of electronic component identification.
Experience with personal protective equipment (PPE), particularly respirators for conformal-coat spraying, and/or spray booths.
Ability to work in an organized, clean environment to 5S standards.
OSHA 10-Hour Training certification.
Military electronic assembly background.
Background in aerospace or defense, the U.S. Department of Defense, or the U.S. military.

Responsibilities

Perform mechanical and electrical assembly using engineering drawings, assembly instructions, and other production documentation.
Interpret drawings, manuals, handbooks, and technical specifications.
Solder printed circuit boards (PCBs) and circuit card assemblies (CCAs), following detailed instructions accurately and consistently.
Complete and finalize CCAs after surface mount machine (SMT) manufacture, including separating PCBs from larger panels, soldering, labeling, masking, and conformal coating.
Use standard hand tools and soldering irons, and work under a microscope.
Inspect personal assembly work and the work of other team members according to applicable standards.
Work with engineers to identify issues with new products and improve them.
Follow proper ESD controls and applicable safety and compliance standards.
Support junior team members and learn new skills alongside advanced technicians.
Operate and maintain assembly tools and equipment.
Travel when required.