Engineering Technician II (weekend night shift)

Elbit America, Inc.; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 schedule

401(k) program

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Life Insurance

Paid vacation and PTO

Parental Leave

Employee Referral Program

Voluntary benefits

Tricare Supplement for retirees

Job summary

Elbit America, Inc. in Roanoke, VA seeks a hands-on engineering technician to assist in daily ops and maintenance of night vision image intensifier manufacturing equipment.

You will spend most of your time interacting with equipment, building tools, and dispositioning non-conforming product. Responsibilities include process optimization, cost-reduction initiatives, and training production staff to improve quality and efficiency; must read procedures and apply Lean and Six Sigma tools to minimize

Qualifications

• Associate degree in an Engineering field 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.
• Ability to obtain Security Clearance.
• Must be able to comply with OSHA, EPA, Fire Regulations and Company Policies.
• Able to work an off‑shift schedule.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily operations and maintenance of manufacturing equipment and processes.
• Optimize manufacturing processes and implement cost reduction opportunities.
• Train production employees to improve work processes and product quality.
• Read, understand and follow procedures; apply Lean and Six Sigma to reduce waste.
• Disposition non-conforming product and support continuous improvement.

Skills

Hand & tool use

Process troubleshooting

Lean Six Sigma

Microsoft Office

Team collaboration

Reading procedures

Education

Associate degree in Engineering or related field

2+ years in manufacturing

Tools

MS Access

Minitab/JMP

Visual Studio

AutoCAD

Job description

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)
• Pro‑E 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

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not an employment contract. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. 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.