Manufacturing Technician A

L3Harris; Ashaway (RI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Education assistance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

L3Harris is hiring a Manufacturing Technician A in Ashaway, RI. The role focuses on assembling electrical and optical components, testing and reworking parts to meet stringent quality standards.

Under a 9/80 schedule with occasional overtime, you will read engineering docs, operate test gear, and ensure compliance with safety and quality procedures while supporting a range of development and production activities.

Qualifications

• Reads work instructions, engineering drawings, sketches, and test procedures.
• Troubleshoots, repairs and modifies electrical, fiber optic and mechanical components.
• Performs rework and quality testing per production requirements.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret Clearance.
• Requires a High School Diploma and solder certification.

Responsibilities

• Manufactures electrical and optical assemblies and harnesses per documented specs.
• Conducts functional and continuity tests using ohmmeters and oscilloscopes.
• Sets up test apparatus and conducts environmental and life tests.
• Follows safety practices and quality system procedures throughout production.
• Notifies supervisor of quality defects or safety concerns.
• Promotes collaboration with coworkers, suppliers and community.
• OT may be required based on business needs.

Skills

Electrical assemblies

Fiber optic components

Troubleshooting

Reading drawings & test procedures

Quality improvement suggestions

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

IPC J-STD-001 solder certified

Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Manufacturing Technician A

Job Code: 47680

Job Location: Ashaway, RI

Schedule: 9/80 Regular

Job Description:

With minimal guidance of the Production Supervisor, the Manufacturing Technician troubleshoots, repairs and modifies developmental and production mechanical, electronic and fiber optic components, parts, equipment and systems. Primary focus is in the areas of electronics, telemetry systems, etc. Reads work instructions, engineering drawings, sketches, and test procedures to determine assembly and test methods for electrical, fiber optic and mechanical components. Responsible for performing functions associated with rework and quality testing related to the production of parts, components, subassemblies, and final assemblies.

Employee will be on a 9/80 work schedule and will be requested to work OT occasionally based on business needs.

Essential Functions:

• Manufactures electrical and optical assemblies, components, and harnesses using several fixtures and required tooling as specified through controlled instructions.

• Conducts functional and continuity tests of electrical and optical assemblies, components, and harnesses using ohmmeters, oscilloscopes, and other test equipment.

• Recommend changes in procedures and specifications to improve performance of production components.

• Set up standard test apparatus or devises test equipment and circuitry to conduct functional, operational, environmental, and life tests to evaluate performance and reliability of prototype or production model per test procedures.

• Responsible for following product test procedures, equipment operation and safety practices as documented in the company’s quality system manual.

• Follow company procedures for corrective action. Notify Production supervisor if a quality defect or safety concern is identified to obtain guidance and assistance in resolving the problem.

• Responsible for following procedures for product assembly and fabrication, equipment operation, and sound safety requirements as documented in the company's quality system while always maintaining operational targets.

• Promote cordial relationships and foster collaboration with co-workers, customers, suppliers, industry and professional associations, government agencies and the local community to obtain optimal solutions.

  Qualifications:

• Be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret Clearance

• Requires a High School Diploma

  Preferred Additional Skills:

• Currently or previously IPC J-STD-001 solder certified.

  In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $35,000 - $49,840. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.

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