Solder Technican

Leonardo DRS, Inc.

3d

About The Position

The Leonardo DRS Airborne and Intelligence Systems business is a global leader and strategic partner committed to delivering world-class, full life-cycle defense and intelligence products that protect the security of our nation and our allies. From air combat training to state-of-the-art electronic warfare systems, our technology is deployed by virtually all U.S. military and government agencies around the world.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED with a minimum of 8+ years of experience in specialty area
• Soldering experience required
• U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

Responsibilities

• Proficiency in hand soldering techniques, including through-hole soldering, surface mount, and rework/reflow soldering.
• Assemble and solder electronic components (e.g. 0201 parts, IC’s etc) onto circuit boards according to specification and quality standards.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity to handle small electronic components and perform intricate soldering tasks.
• Operate and maintain soldering equipment, including soldering irons, hot air guns, hot plates, microscopes and soldering stations, ensuring they are in proper working condition.
• Read and interpret assembly instructions, blueprints, schematics, Process Flow Instructions and other written or verbal instructions.
• May serve as team lead for lower-level specialists who are 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
• Work under minimal supervision on duties and tasks requiring advanced skills, adapting procedures, techniques, tools, materials and/or equipment to meet special needs
• Perform more detailed tasks requiring deeper knowledge and experience in the specified processes and procedures
• Rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish assigned goals
• Communicate effectively with other functional departments, such as Engineering, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Sales departments
• Serve as a resource to others in the resolution of complex problems and issues
• Responsible for orienting and training lower-level specialists
• Demonstrate ability to be a self-starter as well as sound decision making
• Maintain a safe work environment by adhering to all safety procedures including those which govern the handling of materials, chemicals, tools, and equipment (WHMIS)
• Responsible for proper use of required PPE
• 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, spray application, and inspection, typically working from models and/or drawings, within Production
• 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
• Must be able to perform all aspects of inspection- in process, final and source, allocate partial points - 3 points in process - 3 pts final - 4 pts source
• Must be familiar with HR policies and procedures and their application and be able to apply tools for business metrics and reporting

Benefits

• Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer 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.
• We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being.
• We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement.
• And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.
• Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED