Assembly Technician II

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with 150% match up to 6%

3 weeks paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation is seeking an Assembly Technician II in Sparks, NV. In this role, you will use your assembly knowledge to build electronic products according to defined procedures. Responsibilities include quality inspections, troubleshooting, and maintaining tools.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and at least 1 year of experience. A Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required. SNC offers a generous benefit package including health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 1+ years' experience as an assembly technician or in a related field.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance.
• Good understanding of manufacturing, production or warehouse environments.

Responsibilities

• Assemble complex components and subassemblies according to detailed instructions and blueprints.
• Perform quality inspections and tests on assembled products.
• Troubleshoot and resolve basic assembly issues.

Skills

Understanding of manufacturing processes

Ability to follow detailed instructions

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Tools

Assembly tools and equipment

Job description

## Assembly Technician IIApplylocations: Sparks, NVtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R0030262As an Assembly Technician II, you will be using your assembly knowledge to build products containing electronics to a defined set of procedures/instructions. You'll be responsible to complete prescribed repetitive tasks in conjunction with a team that will culminate into a finished product on an assembly line.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:*** Assemble complex components and subassemblies according to detailed instructions and blueprints.* Perform quality inspections and tests on assembled products.* Troubleshoot and resolve basic assembly issues.* Maintain and calibrate assembly tools and equipment.* Document and report production activities and any discrepancies.* Ensure compliance with safety protocols and use of personal protective equipment (PPE).* Assist in training and mentoring junior assembly technicians.* Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to improve assembly processes.* Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency.* Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and projects.**Must-haves:*** High school diploma or GED equivalent.* 1+ years' experience as an assembly technician or in a related field.* A higher level degree may substitute for experience.* A good understanding of manufacturing, production or warehouse environments.* Ability to comprehend/follow detailed instructions.* The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required.**Qualifications We Prefer:*** Experience in the aerospace and defense industry.* Certification in intermediate soldering or electronics assembly.* Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.**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 environmentThis 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:**This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.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.