Production Technician III

Sierra Nevada Corporation•Vista, NV

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

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. 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.
3+ years as a technician or in a related field. Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
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

Responsibilities

Lead complex assembly projects and ensure timely completion.
Perform detailed inspections and tests on assembled products to ensure quality.
Resolve complex assembly issues and troubleshoot equipment malfunctions.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior and intermediate technicians.
Document and report on production activities, discrepancies, and improvements.
Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to develop and implement assembly improvements.
Ensure compliance with safety protocols and use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Participate in the evaluation and selection of new tools and equipment.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance assembly processes.
Maintain thorough documentation of assembly processes and outcomes.