Assembler 2

AllianceIT Inc; Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Spacecraft Components in Oxnard, CA is seeking a Manufacturing Technician to support fabrication, assembly and testing of mechanical components for complex assemblies. You will work with engineers on set-up, calibration, rework and quality testing, and use data programs to adjust processes.

The role requires US citizenship, a high school diploma or GED with additional education/experience, ability to read English instructions, lift up to 40 pounds, and flexibility for shifts.

Qualifications

• US Citizenship required.
• High school diploma or GED with 2+ years of additional education or related experience.
• Ability to read, write and work to English instructions.
• Ability to lift/pull/push up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to stand for long periods and be on the feet for varying hours.
• Ability to work flexible hours, overtime, and different shifts.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Ability to read and follow engineering drawings and schematics.
• Familiarity with hand tool techniques and safety.
• Familiarity with torque concepts.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of duties relating to fabrication or assembly of mechanical components for larger assemblies.
• Sets up and tests prototype units and subassemblies under operational conditions; analyzes data and suggests modifications.
• Assists engineers in developing mechanical designs and tests, fabrication of assemblies and components.
• Performs manufacturing operations including set-up, calibration, rework and quality testing of parts and assemblies.
• Uses data programs to collect and evaluate operating data for on-line adjustments.
• Develops methods and procedures to control or modify the manufacturing process.
• Handles and manages fragile composite materials.
• Notates usage, traceability, pot life and out time controls on adhesive materials.
• Reports data and interfaces with other departments.
• Reads and understands manufacturing/engineering drawings.
• Maintains shop appearance and cleanliness

Skills

Electronic test equipment

Shop arithmetic

ISO standards

Cranes and rigging

Job description

Job Location - 2601 Camino Del Sol, Oxnard, California, United States of America, 93030-7996

Job Description

An organization within Northrop Grumman's Payload and Ground Systems (PGS) division, Spacecraft Components is a leading designer, producer, and supplier of spacecraft components that power and enable satellites of all classes. Products include spacecraft panels, bus structures, precision optical structures, deployable structural systems and mechanisms, solar arrays, and antenna reflectors. Our products are on virtually every U.S. satellite built in the last 20 years.

A Manufacturing Technician performs functions associated with all manufacturing operations, including working with engineers in set-up and calibration tasks, as well as performing rework and quality testing related to the production of parts, components, subassemblies, and final assemblies. They use sophisticated programs to collect and evaluate operating data to conduct on-line adjustments to products, instruments, or equipment. Determines and may assist in developing methods and procedures to control or modify the manufacturing process. Works with engineers in conducting experiments.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Performs a variety of duties relating to the fabrication or assembly of mechanical components for larger assemblies.
• Sets up and tests complete prototype units and subassemblies under operational conditions. Analyzes data and recommends modifications to components or test procedure to meet desired specifications.
• May assist mechanical engineers in the development of mechanical and electromechanical engineering designs, tests, fabrications of assemblies and components.
• Performs functions associated with all manufacturing operations, including working with engineers in set-up and calibration tasks, as well as performing rework and quality testing related to the production of parts, components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies.
• Uses sophisticated programs to collect and evaluate operating data to conduct on-line adjustments to products, instruments, or equipment.
• Determines and assists in developing methods and procedures to control or modify the manufacturing process.
• Handling and managing fragile composite materials.
• Notate usage, traceability, pot life, and out time controls on all adhesive materials used.
• Report data and interface with other employees and departments.
• Reading and understanding manufacturing/ engineering drawings and shop planning.
• Assist in maintaining overall shop appearance and cleanliness.

Basic Qualifications for a Level 2:

• Must be a US Citizen
• High school diploma or GED and at least 2 years of additional education and/or related experience
• Ability to read, write and work to instructions written in English.
• Ability to lift/push/pull up to 40 pounds
• Ability to be on feet for up to various hours each day
• Ability to work flexible hours, overtime, and different shifts based on demanding manufacturing schedules
• Initiative, self-starter, adaptable, and high motivation for excellence
• Ability to navigate and operate within a Microsoft Office Environment (Word, PowerPoint and Excel)
• Demonstrated Mechanical Ability
• Ability to read and follow directions on engineering drawings and/or schematics
• Familiarity with the proper hand tool technique and safety (wrenches, screwdrivers, etc
• Familiarity with the concept of Torque

Basic Qualifications for a Level 3:

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficient use of electronic test equipment such as DC power supplies, Digital Multimeters, and Source Meters.
• Proficient use of basic shop arithmetic
• Experience or familiarity with ISO requirements, standards, and compliance issues
• Experience with cranes and rigging, forklifts, and similar manufacturing equipment