Senior Assembler

Leonardo DRS, Inc.

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Join our Land Electronics team in Huntsville, AL as a Senior Assembler. You will be responsible for performing advanced wire harness and cable assembly operations while consistently delivering high-quality product to prescribed standards, supporting continuous improvement, and meeting customer commitments on schedule and within budget. This role requires a highly skilled, self-directed assembler who can work with minimal supervision on frequently non-routine tasks, interpret prints/specifications, and serve as a technical resource for troubleshooting and resolving complex build issues. What You Will Do Responsible and accountable for producing quality work to prescribed standards, with a focus on continuous improvement to meet customer commitments on schedule and within budget Follow written work instructions Work under minimal supervision on duties and tasks that are frequently non-routine, adapting procedures, techniques, tools, materials and/or equipment to meet special needs May perform more detailed tasks requiring deeper knowledge and experience in the specified processes and procedures of wire harness manufacturing Rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish assigned goals Able to effectively communicate with other functional departments, such as Manufacturing, Engineering and Quality. Resolve most questions and problems, referring only the most complex issues to higher levels Serve as a resource to others in the resolution of complex problems and issues Be a self-starter and demonstrate good decision making ability Must maintain a safe work environment by adhering to all safety procedures including those which govern the handling of materials, chemicals, tools, and equipment (WHMIS) Proper use of required PPE May periodically assist in orienting and training lower level employees May participate in LEAN Events, “Six S” activities, action teams etc. Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization Perform advanced-level assembly functions, which may include: prep, mechanical, harness, cable, printed circuit board sub-assemblies, and inspection typically working from drawings, within Production May perform soldering and installation of components to contract specifications, using a wide range of tools and equipment Interpret blueprints, Process Flow Instructions and other written or verbal instructions Responsible and accountable for producing quality work to prescribed standards, with a focus on continuous improvement to meet customer commitments on schedule, within budget and to SPC standard practices Must be trained across all assembly stages, work w/Engineering to build 1st articles by interpreting print/specification with no process provided and the ability to interpret/assemble all units in dept If required, perform all aspects of in-process inspection.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Minimum of 5 years of experience in the specialty area of wire harness assembly
Current IPC 610/620 & J-STD certifications

Responsibilities

Responsible and accountable for producing quality work to prescribed standards, with a focus on continuous improvement to meet customer commitments on schedule and within budget
Follow written work instructions
Work under minimal supervision on duties and tasks that are frequently non-routine, adapting procedures, techniques, tools, materials and/or equipment to meet special needs
May perform more detailed tasks requiring deeper knowledge and experience in the specified processes and procedures of wire harness manufacturing
Rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish assigned goals
Able to effectively communicate with other functional departments, such as Manufacturing, Engineering and Quality.
Resolve most questions and problems, referring only the most complex issues to higher levels
Serve as a resource to others in the resolution of complex problems and issues
Be a self-starter and demonstrate good decision making ability
Must maintain a safe work environment by adhering to all safety procedures including those which govern the handling of materials, chemicals, tools, and equipment (WHMIS)
Proper use of required PPE
May periodically assist in orienting and training lower level employees
May participate in LEAN Events, “Six S” activities, action teams etc.
Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
Perform advanced-level assembly functions, which may include: prep, mechanical, harness, cable, printed circuit board sub-assemblies, and inspection typically working from drawings, within Production
May perform soldering and installation of components to contract specifications, using a wide range of tools and equipment
Interpret blueprints, Process Flow Instructions and other written or verbal instructions
Responsible and accountable for producing quality work to prescribed standards, with a focus on continuous improvement to meet customer commitments on schedule, within budget and to SPC standard practices
Must be trained across all assembly stages, work w/Engineering to build 1st articles by interpreting print/specification with no process provided and the ability to interpret/assemble all units in dept
If required, perform all aspects of in-process inspection.

Benefits

competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan
wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being
programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement
flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours

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