Mechanical Assembler

Stellant Systems, Inc.; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellant Systems, Inc. is seeking a Mechancial Assembler to build sub-assemblies for traveling wave tubes at our Torrance, CA facility.

This full-time hourly position emphasizes precise mechanical assembly, adherence to process instructions, and operating various hand tools and fixtures on first shift. You will follow detailed procedures, work with clean room controls when required, and ensure quality, cost, and delivery targets are met.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1-3 years of operations or manufacturing-related experience; prior precision mechanical assembly preferred.
• Experience working in a clean room is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic mechanical assembly of sub-assemblies and related components.
• Set up and operate assembly and process equipment to manufacture and finalize TWTs.
• Work in clean room conditions as required.
• Use computerized equipment to input, retrieve and analyze information.
• Obtain required certifications as needed by the department.
• Read and interpret engineering prints and ensure handwritten entries are legible and stamped.
• Adjust and perform related duties to meet quality, cost, and delivery targets.
• Maintain regular attendance and clock in/out of work orders.

Skills

Hand tools

Reading prints

Attention to detail

Mechanical assembly

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Measuring devices

Furnace operation

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Mechancial Assembler

Job Location: Torrance, CA

Salary: $23.00-$28.00/hr DOE

We are currently seeking a MICROWAVE TUBE GENERALIST to work on 1st shift at our Torrance, CA location, building sub-assemblies for traveling wave tube (TWT) products used primarily for military applications. In this full-time hourly position you will be responsible for building the various assemblies and sub-assemblies that make up the initial components in our TWTs. You’ll follow detailed process instructions to put together small TWT sub-assemblies, using a variety of hand tools, fixtures, measuring devices and you will operate furnaces. In conjunction with others in your work group, you'll ensure that quality, cost, and production goals are met.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for performing basic mechanical assembly (vac assy, subs, package, magnet stack, high vac testing, circuits and other duties associated with the manufacture of traveling wave tubes). Additional duties may include, but not limited to mechanical teardown, prep, and cathode cleaning.
• Responsible for effectively and efficiently setting up (ensures build records are with kit(s)–router, traveler, and history records any previous sequences have been completed andcertified using assigned stamp and date) and operates assembly and/or process equipment as required to manufacture and process TWT’s through final acceptance and delivery.
• Responsible for performing work under clean room conditions and controls when required.
• Responsible for performing computerized equipment to input, retrieve and perform simple analysis of information.
• Ability to obtain certifications as required per department requirements.
• Must be able to proficiently read and understand engineering prints/documentation and ensuring any handwritten entries are neat, legible, and contain necessary stamps.
• Responsible for adjusting and performing incidental related duties as assigned or required to ensure acceptable quality, cost (HPUs) and delivery expectations are met.
• Work scheduled shifts as requested or permitted by Collective Bargaining Agreement; regular attendance and punctuality are required.
• Must be proficient at clocking into (and out of) work orders.
• Must accurately record and document time charging of job performed.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent is needed.
• 1-3 years of operations or manufacturing-related work experience, general knowledge of mechanical assembly processes and procedures, with previous precision mechanical assembly experience preferred.
• Experience working in a clean room is helpful.

Stellant Systems is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local law.

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S. (e.g. Green Card holder), or a protected individual as defined by the International Traffic in Arm Regulations (ITAR).