MANUFACTURING TECHNICIAN II

Diamond Antenna & Microwave; Littleton (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Diamond Antenna & Microwave in Littleton, MA seeks a Manufacturing Technician II to perform mid-level assembly, test, and process support in a high-reliability environment. You will diagnose issues, support prototypes, and help implement robust manufacturing workflows.

The role requires hands-on experience with RF components, precision machining, and collaboration with engineering and quality teams to maintain rigorous documentation and continuous improvements.

Qualifications

• Experience in high-reliability manufacturing environments involving RF rotary joints, slip rings, FORJs, and precision electromechanical assemblies.
• Strong understanding of precision machining, mechanical tolerances, and rotating assembly interfaces.
• Ability to support prototype builds, engineering evaluations, and troubleshooting for complex RF/microwave assemblies.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, AS9100, ITAR, and CUI requirements; ability to follow controlled manufacturing and documentation processes.
• Comfort working hands-on with machinists, engineers, and quality inspectors to resolve build or test issues.
• Ability to accurately document build steps, deviations, and test results in ERP/MRP and quality systems.
• Support continual improvement initiatives to standardize work instructions, tooling, and manufacturing workflows.
• Understanding of material handling requirements for sensitive RF components and precision assemblies.
• Ability to interpret and work from engineering drawings, mechanical schematics, assembly diagrams, and CAD models.
• Strong ownership mindset with ability to escape issues early and support efficient root-cause investigations.

Responsibilities

• Perform intermediate mechanical/electrical assembly and testing of components and systems.
• Diagnose and resolve production issues, equipment faults, and assembly discrepancies.
• Support engineering with prototype builds, validation activities, and production transitions.
• Document test data, assembly notes, and deviations according to quality procedures.
• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to implement process improvements.
• Train and mentor junior technicians in assembly, test, and troubleshooting methods.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and manufacturing standards.

Skills

Hands-on manufacturing

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Prototype support

Tools

Measurement instruments

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Description

The Manufacturing Technician II is a mid-level hands-on production professional responsible for performing complex assembly, test, troubleshooting, and process support activities. This role independently executes precision manufacturing tasks, supports engineering changes, drives process improvements, and serves as a technical resource for production teams in a high-reliability manufacturing environment.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Perform intermediate mechanical/electrical assembly and testing of components and systems.
• Diagnose and resolve production issues, equipment faults, and assembly discrepancies.
• Support engineering with prototype builds, validation activities, and production transitions.
• Document test data, assembly notes, and deviations according to quality procedures.
• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to implement process improvements.
• Train and mentor junior technicians in assembly, test, and troubleshooting methods.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and manufacturing standards.

Job Requirements

• Experience working in high-reliability manufacturing environments involving RF rotary joints, slip rings, FORJs, and precision electromechanical assemblies.
• Strong understanding of precision machining, mechanical tolerances, and rotating assembly interfaces.
• Ability to support prototype builds, engineering evaluations, and troubleshooting for complex RF/microwave assemblies.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, AS9100, ITAR, and CUI requirements; ability to follow controlled manufacturing and documentation processes.
• Comfort working hands-on with machinists, engineers, and quality inspectors to resolve build or test issues.
• Ability to accurately document build steps, deviations, and test results in ERP/MRP and quality systems.
• Support continual improvement initiatives to standardize work instructions, tooling, and manufacturing workflows.
• Understanding of material handling requirements for sensitive RF components and precision assemblies.
• Ability to interpret and work from engineering drawings, mechanical schematics, assembly diagrams, and CAD models.
• Strong ownership mindset with ability to escape issues early and support efficient root-cause investigations.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of hands-on manufacturing or technical assembly experience.
• Independently performs moderately complex assembly and test work.
• Creates simple documentation and supports prototype builds.
• High proficiency with hand tools, measurement instruments, and diagnostic equipment.
• Identifies minor production issues and performs basic troubleshooting.
• Must be a US Citizen or be authorized to work for any employer

Diamond Antenna & Microwave is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer - Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation / Age