Engineering Technician II - Hands-On Manufacturing

Elbit Systems of America, LLC; Roanoke, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Elbit Systems of America, LLC is seeking a hands-on engineering technician to assist in daily operations and maintenance of manufacturing equipment for night vision image intensifier production. The role focuses on interfacing with equipment and operators, building tooling, and dispositioning non-conforming product.

Successful candidates will apply Lean and Six Sigma tools to reduce waste, improve efficiency, and train production staff on improved processes.

Qualifications

• Associated degree in engineering or related work experience.
• 2+ years of technical experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical abilities and troubleshooting techniques.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• PC proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Must have the ability to work effectively within a team.
• Good interpersonal and organizational skills are required.
• Experience training others.
• Ability to obtain Security Clearance.
• Must be able to comply with OSHA, EPA, Fire Regulations and Company Policies and Procedures.
• Able to work an off-shift schedule.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily operations and maintenance of manufacturing equipment/processes for night vision image intensifier manufacture.
• Optimize manufacturing processes and implement cost-reduction opportunities to improve yield and productivity.
• Train production employees to improve work processes and product quality.
• Read, understand and follow procedures; apply Lean and Six Sigma tools to reduce waste and improve efficiency.

Skills

Strong analytical abilities

Troubleshooting

Reading procedures

Team collaboration

Verbal and written communication

Hand and machine tools

Security clearance eligibility

OSHA/EPA compliance

Off-shift schedule flexibility

Education

Associated degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Elbit Systems of America, LLC is seeking a hands-on engineering technician to assist in daily operations and maintenance of manufacturing equipment for night vision image intensifier production. The role focuses on interfacing with equipment and operators, building tooling, and dispositioning non-conforming product.

Successful candidates will apply Lean and Six Sigma tools to reduce waste, improve efficiency, and train production staff on improved processes.