Production Technician III

Sierra Nevada Corporation • Sparks, NV

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About The Position

If you are a seasoned tech professional looking to make an impact in a rewarding industry, join our team! As a Production Technician III, you will be using your skills and expertise to perform a variety of our production assembly operations tasks on electronic and/or mechanical assemblies and subassemblies such as modules, boards, panels, drawers, frames, and cables while working from diagrams and drawings. You'll be responsible for disassembling, modifying, reworking, reassembling, and testing experimental or prototype assemblies and subassemblies. You'll make continuity checks and quality inspections on work in process and/or completed on the processing line. Certifications in IPC-A-620, J-STD-001, and IPC 7711/7721 are highly desirable for this position. A strong background in soldering wiring, terminals, circuit card assemblies (CCAs), and surface-mount technology (SMT) is highly preferred. Experience with mechanical assembly processes is also a significant asset. The role requires proficiency in using a wide range of hand tools for assembling mechanical components, along with expertise in operating various types of crimping tools for electrical assembly work. This position involves assembling complex electro-mechanical systems, ranging in size from very small to very large, and demands a detail-oriented, craftsman-like approach to ensure precision and quality. The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection and security solutions worldwide. The MST team has a long legacy of supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial and international customers with years of experience in platform operations, engineering and full lifecycle management across domains – air, land, sea, space and cyber.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent and typically 5 or more years of relevant experience
• A higher-level degree may substitute for experience
• Related experience may be considered in lieu of required education
• Progressive experience in a manufacturing, production or warehouse environment
• Thorough understanding of manufacturing principles
• Prior experience with electronic and/or mechanical assemblies and subassemblies
• Skills in assembly, soldering, and connectors
• OSHA 10-Hour Training certification (if not certified, must be completed within 1 month of hire)

Nice To Haves

• Certifications in IPC-A-620, J-STD-001, and IPC 7711/7721 are highly desirable for this position.
• A strong background in soldering wiring, terminals, circuit card assemblies (CCAs), and surface-mount technology (SMT) is highly preferred.
• Experience with mechanical assembly processes is also a significant asset.
• Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense or US Military

Benefits

• SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees