Manufacturing Technician B

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies, Inc. in Fort Wayne, IN seeks a Manufacturing Technician B to join our space flight hardware assembly team. You will support engineering in general manufacturing, integration and testing of highly reliable space hardware assemblies of moderate to high complexity.

The role requires cleanroom adherence, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to work non-standard shifts and travel up to 20%. Security clearance eligibility is required for this position.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with 4+ years relevant experience, or 2 years post-secondary/associate’s with 2+ years related experience.
• Experience using basic hand tools such as torque wrenches, wire crimpers, hot tweezers for wire striping, heat gun, soldering iron, digital multi-meter, micrometer, calipers, height gauges, dial indicators, etc.

Responsibilities

• Develop the ability to fabricate, assemble, integrate, and align hardware of high reliability subassemblies.
• Perform complex electrical integration of thermal electrical subassemblies and components, including electrical boxes, optical assemblies and cables at subsystem to system levels.
• The position may require travel of up to 20%.
• Will work in cleanroom environments.
• Ability to obtain security clearance.
• Must be able to work non-standard shifts during specific high-priority activities.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent with 4+ years prior relevant experience

Associate’s degree (2 years post-secondary) with minimum 2 years prior related experience

Tools

Torque wrenches

Wire crimpers

Soldering iron

Digital multimeter

Micrometer

Calipers

Job description

Job Title: Manufacturing Technician B

Job Code: 45803

Job Location: Fort Wayne, IN

Job Schedule: 9/80

Job Description:

The Manufacturing Technician will work on space flight hardware assembly tasks. The Manufacturing Technician will support engineering personnel performing general manufacturing, integration and testing of highly reliable space hardware assemblies of moderate to high complexity.The Manufacturing Technician may be required to perform tasks within a clean room environment, adhering to strict contamination control standards and protocols to ensure product integrity and quality. This role always involves meticulous attention to detail and compliance with cleanroom procedures and attire.

Essential Functions:

• Develop the ability to fabricate, assemble, integrate, and align hardware of high reliability subassemblies
• Perform complex electrical integration of thermal electrical subassemblies and components, including electrical boxes, optical assemblies and cables at a subsystem level and/or system and payload levels.
• The position may require travel of up to 20%
• Will work in cleanroom environments.
• Ability to obtain security clearance.
• Must be able to work non-standard shifts during specific high-priority activities.

Qualifications:

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 4 years of prior relevant experience or 2 years post-Secondary/associate’s degree with minimum 2 years of prior related experience.
• Experience using basic hand tools such as torque wrenches, wire crimpers, hot tweezers for wire striping, heat gun, soldering iron, digital multi-meter, micrometer, calipers, height gauges, dial indicators, etc.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• NASA 8739 certifications for soldering, polymerics, and cable & harness fabrication.
• IPC-J-STD-001 Space Addendum soldering certifications.
• IPC-/WHMA-A620 Space Addendum requirements and acceptance for cable and wire harness assemblies.
• Knowledge of foreign object debris (FOD) control and tool control processes.
• Experience working in a clean room.
• Ability to read and interpret complex drawings and instructions.
• Ability to work with small parts and hand tools under a microscope or extended periods of time.

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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.

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