Specialist II Manufacturing - Assembly

Leonardo DRS, Inc.•Fort Walton Beach, FL

18d•Onsite

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. This role is 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. The Specialist II will 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, and may perform more detailed tasks requiring deeper knowledge and experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED with a minimum of 2 years of experience in specialty area e.g. welding, tool making.
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

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 task that require deeper knowledge and experience in the specified processes and procedures.
Rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish assigned goals.
Able to effectively communicate with other functional departments, such as Engineering, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Sales departments.
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, spray application, and inspection, typically working from models and/or 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 inspection: in-process, final and source; allocate partial points - 3 points in-process - 3 points final - 4 points source.

Benefits

Competitive salaries
Comprehensive benefits
Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Company contribution to a health savings account
Telemedicine
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Legal insurance
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
Community service hours