Technician VI

BAE Systems•Phoenix, AZ

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Provide technical support in the development and production of military soft goods such as upholstery, cushions and parachutes.

2+ years of manufacturing experience
Sewing knowledge
Military standards for sewing materials
Manufacturing using contact adhesives
Programming lasers and CNC fabric cutters using CAD software (i.e. Creo, PTC, AutoCAD)
Experience building and maintaining tooling
Troubleshoot mechanical issues and adjust machine parameters
Experience setting up and operating industrial sewing machines
Reading and interpreting blueprints / engineering drawings

Associates Degree
Demonstrated ability in Microsoft Excel to perform entry-level calculations
Demonstrated ability in CAD or other programming applications to perform develop patterns and templates
Experience with LEAN Manufacturing Principles
Commitment to developing talent

Assist in the design and development of aircraft and military vehicle seating upholstery and cushions
Train Production department leads in the operation of these industrial sewing machines: Binding machine, Serger, Walking Foot, Double Needle, Class 7 and Zig Zag
Establish time standards
Develop flat patterns and templates for soft goods
Work with quality to resolve production issues and ensure customer satisfaction
Able to read and interpret engineering drawings as they pertain to sewing
Develop processes for cutting and bonding non-rigid polyurethane foams
Program fabric cutters and sewing machines

health, dental, and vision insurance
health savings accounts
a 401(k) savings plan
disability coverage
life and accident insurance
employee assistance program
legal plan
discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
paid time off
paid holidays
paid parental leave
military leave
bereavement leave
any applicable federal and state sick leave
company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards