Senior Production Technician - Robotics & Aerospace

Near Earth Autonomy•Pittsburgh, PA

About The Position

Near Earth Autonomy is seeking an energetic, motivated, and self-driven Senior Production Technician to support production in a rapidly evolving environment that includes mature products and systems as well as experimental and low-maturity R&D systems. The role involves assembling, testing, and troubleshooting components, products, and systems, with opportunities to contribute to product implementation and Design for Manufacturability. The ideal candidate works accurately and attentively, adapts to changing priorities, and proactively supports company objectives. This position requires U.S. citizenship or Permanent Resident status and successful completion of a background check because of work related to federal contracts.

Requirements

Significant experience as an assembly or production technician, or in a similar role.
Proficiency building precision cable harnesses, including soldering and crimping small-gauge wiring.
Proficiency in PCBA work and rework of fine-pitch SMT and through-hole assemblies.
Proficiency assembling small opto-electro-mechanical instruments.
Strong attention to detail, organization, and time-management skills.
Ability to follow complex technical drawings and specifications, written or oral instructions, and Engineering Change Notices.
Proficiency using hand tools, power tools, measuring instruments, electrical testing equipment, and mechanical dimensioning gauges.
Strong interpersonal communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Well-rounded computer skills for documenting and maintaining accurate records.
Willingness to learn and adapt to new techniques and technologies.
Degree in a related field or equivalent work experience.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods.
U.S. citizenship or Permanent Resident status.
Successful completion of a background check.

Nice To Haves

Strong expertise in soldering, including IPC J-STD-001.
Experience inspecting electrical and mechanical components against drawings.
A&P certification, ASE certification, or similar certification.
Experience with production operation tools and processes such as ERP, MRP, or MES.
Exposure to Quality Management Systems, Lean, and Six Sigma.

Responsibilities

Assemble products and components to specifications using hand tools, soldering equipment, and power tools.
Inspect components and assemblies for quality assurance and perform routine maintenance on assembly equipment.
Troubleshoot and resolve assembly issues, documenting and reporting discrepancies or challenges.
Collaborate with team members to meet production deadlines while keeping the assembly workspace organized and clean.
Follow safety protocols and guidelines, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Maintain accurate records of production data and results from tests and inspection procedures.
Support continuous improvement initiatives and identify opportunities to increase efficiency and reduce production costs.
Contribute to product implementation and Design for Manufacturability.
Work with preliminary system documentation and collaborate with Engineering to help develop and refine documentation.