Production Technician III

If you are a seasoned tech professional looking to make an impact in a rewarding industry, join our team! The Production Technician III is an experienced role responsible for leading complex assembly projects, ensuring the highest level of quality and accuracy in assembled components, and providing mentorship to junior technicians. This role involves significant expertise in assembly techniques and tools, as well as the ability to work independently and resolve complex issues.

The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection and security solutions worldwide. The MST team has a long legacy of supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial and international customers with years of experience in platform operations, engineering and full lifecycle management across domains – air, land, sea, space and cyber.

Responsibilities:

- Lead complex assembly projects and ensure timely completion.
- Perform detailed inspections and tests on assembled products to ensure quality.
- Resolve complex assembly issues and troubleshoot equipment malfunctions.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior and intermediate technicians.
- Document and report on production activities, discrepancies, and improvements.
- Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to develop and implement assembly improvements.
- Ensure compliance with safety protocols and use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Participate in the evaluation and selection of new tools and equipment.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance assembly processes.
- Maintain thorough documentation of assembly processes and outcomes.

Qualifications You Must Have:

- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- 3+ years as a technician or in a related field.
- Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
- Progressive experience in a manufacturing, production or warehouse environment.
- Thorough understanding of manufacturing principles.
- Prior experience with electronic and/or mechanical assemblies and subassemblies.
- Skills in assembly, soldering, and connectors.

Qualifications We Prefer:

- Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.
- OSHA 10-Hour Training certification.
- Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense, or US Military.

Essential Functions:

- Perform assembly tasks, including the ability to lift up to 25 lbs regularly.
- Operate and maintain assembly tools and equipment, requiring hand/finger dexterity.
- Stand for extended periods during the work shift.
- Work in potentially hazardous or loud environments, following safety protocols.
- Ability to travel may be required.
- For office roles, capability to work in an office or hybrid environment.

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more .

IMPORTANT NOTICE:
To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.
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SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.