Advanced Mechanical Assembly Technician – Precision RF Systems

AMETEK, Inc.; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) matching

Flexible spending accounts

Tuition reimbursement

Career advancement

Job summary

AMETEK NSI-MI Technologies in Torrance, CA seeks a Mechanical Technician II to perform advanced mechanical and electrical assembly of precision assemblies and positioning systems.

You will work in a build-to-order production environment, setup and install large bearings, verify tolerances with precision instruments, and travel up to 25% for field installations. A strong background in blueprint reading and troubleshooting is essential.

Qualifications

• 5 years minimum of machine building/assembly experience.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Advanced mechanical troubleshooting and basic electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of system level mechanical testing.
• Knowledge of z-mapping & correction, planar, cylindrical and spherical alignment.
• Knowledge of assembly tools and mechanical assembly techniques.
• Advanced blueprint and schematic reading.
• Accurate record keeping skills.
• Knowledge of laser alignment methods – spinning/tracker.
• Base level system operation.
• Capable of solo or leading a team on system field installations and baseline testing.
• Forklift, aerial device/elevated platform and rigging certified.
• Ability to manually lift/move up to 45 pounds. Travel ~25%.
• Legal right to work in the U.S. and access export-controlled information.

Responsibilities

• Fasten components or parts together using hand tools, rivet guns, torque wrenches, and welding equipment.
• Position and align components for assembly, manually or with material handling tools.
• Analyze blueprints, schematics and specifications for assembly, wiring and machine building.
• Rework, repair, and replace damaged parts or assemblies.
• Install piping, fixtures, wiring and electrical components to specifications.
• Inspect and test parts for leakage, defects, or functionality with test equipment.
• Set and verify clearance of parts.
• Set-up and install large bearings and slewing rings.
• Verify conformance using calipers, gauges and laser trackers.
• Lay out, drill, ream, tap and cut parts for assembly.
• Finish surfaces and remove rough spots to fit assemblies.
• Clean parts using hand and power tools.
• Perform preventative maintenance per instructions and update checklists.
• Examine parts for defects and reassemble equipment after inspections.
• Fabricate panels and structures; cut, clamp, glue, lift and paint.

Skills

Machine Building

Blueprint Reading

Troubleshooting

Fit/Measure/Inspect

Travel Ready

Safety & Lifting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Gauges

Micrometers

Indicators

Laser trackers

Job description

AMETEK NSI-MI Technologies in Torrance, CA seeks a Mechanical Technician II to perform advanced mechanical and electrical assembly of precision assemblies and positioning systems.

You will work in a build-to-order production environment, setup and install large bearings, verify tolerances with precision instruments, and travel up to 25% for field installations. A strong background in blueprint reading and troubleshooting is essential.