MANUFACTURING TECHNICIAN II

Diamond Antenna and Microwave Corporation; Littleton (MA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Diamond Antenna & Microwave is seeking a Manufacturing Technician II to perform intermediate mechanical and electrical assembly and testing in a high-reliability environment. You will diagnose production issues, support prototypes, and help drive process improvements while documenting test data and deviations for quality systems.

The role requires mentoring junior technicians, maintaining safety and quality standards, and collaborating with engineering and quality teams to resolve issues

Qualifications

• Experience in high-reliability manufacturing with RF rotary joints, slip rings, FORJs, and precision electromechanical assemblies.
• Ability to document build steps, deviations, and test results in ERP/MRP and quality systems.
• Capable of mentoring junior technicians in assembly, test, and troubleshooting methods.
• Able to support prototype builds, validation activities, and production transitions.

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 to implement process improvements.
• Train and mentor junior technicians in assembly, test, and troubleshooting methods.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and manufacturing standards.

Skills

RF/microwave assemblies

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Process improvement

Mentoring

Root-cause investigations

Hands-on testing

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

CAD models

Diagnostic equipment

Measuring tools

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