Lead Assembler

Saab AB; Village of East Syracuse (NY); Sur place; USD 36 000 - 43 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Saab, Inc. in East Syracuse, NY is seeking an experienced Lead Assembler to join the Manufacturing/Production team. The role requires leading the most complex assemblies, interpreting wire diagrams and engineering drawings, and guiding junior team members.

You will operate hand and power tools and ensure quality through soldering and inspection processes. The position involves mentoring Levels 1–3, coordinating with multiple departments, and facilitating process improvements while maintaining

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 6+ years of relevant experience.
• Ability to read and understand work instructions and assembly drawings.
• Technical product troubleshooting skills.
• General electronic soldering skills and inspection knowledge.
• Ability to work with a range of materials, from small intricate parts to larger heavy parts.

Responsabilités

• Assemble products from wire diagrams and engineering drawings.
• Use hand and/or power tools to complete assemblies.
• Disassemble, modify, rework, and reassemble assemblies per specifications.
• Perform solder rework and repair of printed circuit boards.
• Provide day-to-day leadership, guidance, training, and mentorship to team members.

Connaissances

Read drawings

Troubleshooting

Soldering

Leadership

Mechanical aptitude

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Outils

Torque wrenches

Crimpers

Wire strippers

Fork trucks

Description du poste

Saab, Inc. in East Syracuse, NY is seeking an experienced Lead Assembler to join the Manufacturing/Production team.

Responsibilities:

• Work from wire diagrams and engineering drawings (blueprints), sketches, and other written or oral instructions to make initial layouts and accurately assemble products.
• Use hand and/or power tools as necessary to complete required assemblies.
• Disassemble, modify, rework, reassemble, and produce or prototype assemblies and subassemblies according to specifications.
• Perform solder rework and repair of printed circuit boards (thru-hole and surface mount of various package types).
• Apply knowledge of sophisticated electrical and mechanical assembly operations to resolve complex issues and meet company objectives.
• Follow ESD principles and safeguarding practices.
• Properly use hand tools such as torque wrenches, wire cutters, strippers, and crimpers.
• Identify and resolve tasks independently, exercising sound judgment in selecting methods and techniques to determine appropriate solutions.
• Provide day-to-day leadership, technical guidance, training, and mentorship to Levels 1, 2, and 3 and other team members.
• Recognize deviations from accepted practices and recommend corrective actions.
• Exercise discretion and judgment when prioritizing requests from multiple departments or functions.
• Consistently lead the most complex assignments requiring independent action, judgment, and decision-making.
• Support manufacturing projects or take ownership of assigned project components as needed.
• Interact with senior internal and external personnel as needed to address technical and production-related issues.
• Assist management with identifying and resolving recurring, systemic production problems.
• Recommend new assembly procedures and process improvements and lead their implementation.
• Operate and use fork trucks, automotive lifts, ladders, lifting platforms, and cranes.

Compensation Range:$25.81 - $30.96 per hour

The compensation range provided is a general guideline. When extending an offer, Saab, Inc. considers factors including (but not limited to) the role and associated responsibilities, location, and market and business considerations, as well as the candidate's work experience, key skills, and education/training.

Skills and Experience:

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent with 6+ years of relevant experience.
• Ability to read and understand work instructions and assembly drawings.
• Technical product troubleshooting skills.
• General electronic soldering skills and inspection knowledge.
• Ability to work with a range of materials, from small intricate parts to larger heavy parts.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience working on manufacturing flow lines with multiple team members.
• Advanced printed circuit board rework and repair experience, including conformal coating removal and rework.
• Background in automotive mechanics or a related field.
• Comfort with operating automated equipment with an understanding of mechanical assembly and process flow.
• Advanced support skills and extensive knowledge of tools, software, and other technologies.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to climb stairs to elevated tower platforms.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Ability to work outdoors as necessary.

Must be a U.S. citizen. Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Drug-Free Workplaces:

Saab is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug-free workplaces. As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

About Us:

Saab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring purpose, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 28,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. In the U.S., Saab delivers advanced technology and systems, supporting the U.S. Armed Forces and the Federal Aviation Administration, as well as international and commercial partners. Headquartered in Syracuse, New York, the company has business units and local employees in ten U.S. locations.

Saab is a company where we see diversity as an asset and offer unlimited opportunities for advancing in your career. We are also a company that respects each person’s needs and encourage employees to lead a balanced, rewarding life beyond work. Saab values diversity and is an Affirmative Action employer for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Saab is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran, disability status, or any other federal, state, or locally protected category.

Regardless of whether you value cutting edge technology, creativity or an innovative environment, everyone at Saab contributes to keeping people and society safe.