Production Technician – Wiring Harnesses and Modification

Gauss Management Research & Engineering•Ogden, UT

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Technician – Wiring Harnesses and Modification Kits performs skilled, hands-on work in GMRE’s production work center. The technician fabricates aerospace wiring harnesses and assembles modification kits in accordance with released technical data, work instructions, and quality requirements. This is a mid-level position expected to work with limited supervision, maintain accurate production records, verify the quality of completed work, and promptly report discrepancies or unclear requirements.

Requirements

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, wire lists, bills of material, work instructions, and other controlled technical data.
Working knowledge of aerospace or comparable high-reliability wire-harness fabrication, connector assembly, crimping, wire preparation, and routing practices.
Ability to use precision hand tools, calibrated production tools, and basic electrical test equipment safely and correctly.
Strong attention to detail and the discipline to perform work exactly as specified without undocumented deviation.
Ability to recognize and clearly communicate material, documentation, tooling, quality, and configuration discrepancies.
Ability to work independently within assigned authority, manage multiple work orders, meet production schedules, and coordinate effectively with a team.
Ability to maintain accurate records and learn or use GMRE COMS and related production software.
Reliable attendance, punctuality, professional conduct, and commitment to safety and quality.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
At least two years of relevant experience in aerospace manufacturing, electrical or electronic assembly, wiring-harness fabrication, aircraft modification, or a closely related production environment required.
Relevant military technical training, vocational education, or an equivalent combination of education and hands-on experience may be considered.
Must be a US Citizen
Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret security clearance and be subject to a government security investigation.

Nice To Haves

Training or certification in IPC/WHMA-A-620, J-STD-001, or comparable aerospace workmanship standards is preferred but not required.
Experience working within an AS9100 or similarly controlled quality-management system is preferred.

Responsibilities

Review and follow current engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, wire lists, bills of material, work cards, travelers, process instructions, and applicable change documentation before and during production.
Fabricate wiring harnesses by measuring, cutting, stripping, marking, terminating, crimping, splicing, shielding, sleeving, applying heat-shrink, assembling connectors and back shells, routing, and bundling wire as specified.
Use waxed lacing cord or other approved securing methods to produce neat, serviceable harness assemblies that conform to applicable workmanship criteria.
Perform soldering or other special processes only when required by the technical data and when trained, qualified, and authorized to do so.
Assemble modification kits in accordance with controlled bills of material and work instructions, including staging, counting, identifying, bagging, labeling, protecting, and packaging components.
Verify part numbers, quantities, configuration, condition, and required traceability; identify and segregate incorrect, damaged, expired, or nonconforming material.
Select and use the correct hand tools, calibrated crimping tools, insertion and removal tools, wire-processing equipment, and test equipment; complete required pre-use checks and maintain tool accountability.
Perform authorized in-process inspections, visual workmanship checks, and continuity or point-to-point testing, and correct discrepancies within the technician’s training and authority.
Follow GMRE quality procedures and applicable requirements for foreign object damage prevention, electrostatic-discharge protection, shelf-life control, material handling, and configuration control.
Complete production travelers, inspection records, material transactions, and labor entries accurately and as the work is performed, including entries in GMRE COMS or other assigned systems.
Stop work and seek clarification when technical data are missing, conflicting, unclear, or appear incorrect; do not make unauthorized substitutions, repairs, or configuration changes.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area and support established work-center priorities, schedules, and housekeeping requirements.
Coordinate with production leads, Quality, Manufacturing, Planning, and other functions to resolve routine production issues and support continuous improvement.
Assist with peer training and cross-training when requested; this assistance does not include formal supervisory responsibility.