Engineering Technician II (Ultra High Vacuum)

Elbit America, Inc.; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 schedule

401(k) plan

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation

Parental Leave

Employee Referral Program

Voluntary Benefits

Tricare Supplement

Job summary

Elbit America, Inc. Roanoke site seeks a hands-on engineering technician for weekend nights (6 PM–6 AM) to support manufacturing of night vision image intensifiers.

You will work closely with equipment and operators, build and repair tooling, and disposition non-conforming parts while seeking efficiency gains. The ideal candidate has an Associate degree in an Engineering field and 2+ years in manufacturing, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to work off-shift.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Engineering or related work experience.
• 2+ years of technical experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical abilities and trouble-shooting techniques.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• PC proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook is required.
• 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, Company Policies and Procedures.
• Able to work an off-shift schedule.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily operations and maintenance of manufacturing equipment and processes.
• Build/repair mechanical tooling and disposition non-conforming product.
• Support process optimization and cost reduction opportunities.
• Train production employees to improve work processes and product quality.
• Help minimize safety, quality, delivery, inventory, and production issues.
• Read, understand, and follow procedures; apply Lean and Six Sigma tools.

Skills

Analytical abilities

Troubleshooting

Team player

Verbal and written communication

Microsoft Office

OSHA/EPA compliance

Off-shift work

Training others

Education

Associate degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint)

MS Access

AutoCAD/ProE

Minitab/JMP

Python

Visual Studio

Job description

Weekend Night Shift (6PM to 6AM)

Shift Differential and Sign-on Bonus

Job Description

Primarily responsible for assistance in daily operations and maintenance of manufacturing equipment/processes for manufacture of night vision image intensifiers. This is a hands‑on engineering technician position. The individual can expect to spend >80% of their time interacting with the equipment and operators, building/repairing mechanical tooling, and dispositioning non‑conforming product. Other work includes but would not be limited to: optimization of manufacturing processes, implementation of cost reduction opportunities (yield and productivity improvements, waste elimination) and training production employees to improve work processes and product quality. Generally, individual works to minimize or eliminate safety, quality, delivery, inventory, and production issues. A successful candidate will have proficiency in the use of hand and machine tools, precision gauges, test instruments, and process equipment and will be able to read, understand, and follow procedures. Have an understanding and skills in effectively applying Lean and Six Sigma tools to reduce waste and improve efficiency. Candidate will perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in an Engineering field (Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, etc.) or related work experience
• 2+ years of technical experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong analytical abilities and trouble‑shooting techniques
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• PC proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook is required
• 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, Company Policies and Procedures
• Able to work an off-shift schedule

Preferred Skills

• Experience with assembly/review/inspection of mechanical assemblies
• Experience with ultra‑high vacuum equipment
• Experience working in cleanroom environments
• Experience writing MS Access queries
• Experience with statistical analysis software: Minitab, JMP, Cornerstone, etc.
• Experience with coding and scripting development: Visual Studio (VB.net, C#, C+. etc.), Python, JSL (JMP scripting language), or similar
• Experience with process improvement
• Six Sigma certification (Yellow, Green, Black Belt)
• ProE experience - AutoCAD program

Off‑shifts are:

• "D" shift = Friday - Sunday nights (6pm - 6am)
• Engineering schedules can be flexible if needed (i.e. start times/end times)

Here Are Some of the Great Benefits We Offer:

• Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off
• Competitive compensation & 401(k) program to plan for your future
• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
• Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
• Flexible Vacation & PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous Employee Referral Program
• Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identity Theft, Pet Insurance, and more
• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees

Why Roanoke, Virginia?

• Lower cost of living
• Family‑friendly area
• Career and economic growth
• Scenic beauty
• Outdoor enthusiast's dream

Twenty‑Six Defense is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

*For Virginia-based positions only* In accordance with Virginia DOL requirements, the listed salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this role. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including skills, experience, education, certifications, business needs, internal equity, and geographic location. Compensation may vary in different locations based on market conditions and cost‑of‑labor considerations.