Mechanical Tech III

D.O.M. magazine; Merrimack (NH); On-site; USD 56,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Job summary

BAE Systems in Merrimack, NH is seeking a Mechanical Technician for on-site, second-shift production work. You will assemble and repair electromechanical assemblies, using schematics and drawings, with a 2 PM–12 AM schedule and a 10 pay premium.

The role emphasizes lean practices, quality, and safety. You should have a HS diploma or trade training, plus several years in manufacturing, machinist or electronics assembly.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or trade school completion with 3 years of manufacturing experience
• Skilled in installing and hand-soldering components to PCBs and wiring
• Able to read engineering drawings, follow instructions, and use shop tools
• Must be detail-oriented, safety-conscious and work with lean principles

Responsibilities

• Assemble and repair electromechanical and electronic assemblies and subassemblies
• Set up and operate repair tools and equipment
• Collaborate with process engineers to solve manufacturing challenges
• Follow drawings, schematics, and written work instructions

Skills

Soldering components

Electromechanical assembly

Reading schematics

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Basic computing

Communication

Education

High school diploma or trade school

IPC Certification / IPC-A-610

Technical degree (vocational)

Tools

Soldering equipment

Electrical testing tools

Job description

Job Description

Because of the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and/or the requirement to perform all work onsite due to the nature of this role, it will be performed full-time on site. This means work will be conducted on location at a BAE Systems facility 100 of the time. Please Note this position supports our 2nd Shift. You will be paid a 10 Pay Premium while working the 2nd Shift from 2PM to 12 AM - 4/10 work week - Working Monday to Thursday every Friday off. Our employees work on the world's most advanced electronics. At Electronic Systems, you'll be among the brightest minds, working on the aerospace and defense industry's most difficult problems. Drawing strength from our differences, we're innovating for the future. And you can, too. We put our customers first - exemplified by our missions: "We Protect Those Who Protect Us" and "We Innovate For Those Who Move The World". Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems. A Mechanical Technician will perform a variety of tasks ranging from repetitive to non-repetitive production assembly operations on electronic and/or mechanical assemblies and subassemblies. In this role you will assist the Sustainment Team to support company mission by producing defect free products that exceeds our customers expectations in quality, delivery, and cost, leveraging lean six sigma practices. A mechanical technician will assemble, modify, rework and repair with minimal oversight. You will also perform work using assembly drawings, shop aids, schematics and detailed work instructions. Must be able to understand and work from engineering drawings, sketches, and be able to follow written work instructions. Must be able to set up and operate typical repair tools and equipment such as soldering, ovens, paint touch up, and component forming tools and equipment.

Requirements

• High school/trade school or equivalent and 3 years work experience or equivalent experience in manufacturing
• Skilled in installing and hand-soldering electronic components to printed circuit boards, as well as assembling and connecting wiring and using tools and soldering techniques
• Must be able to bend, twist, and reach frequently, must be able to lift 40-55lbs
• Ability to diagnose problems and see the solutions through to completion
• Able to support different parts of the build
• Must be detail, safety, and quality oriented
• Computer skills & must be able to follow processes and written instructions
• Demonstrates strong communication and teamwork skills with the ability to collaborate effectively and drive toward departmental and company goals
• Independently assemble electromechanical and/or electronic systems and prototypes according to engineering and/or documentation
• Assemble and wire electromechanical enclosures using schematics and mechanical drawings
• Collaborate with process engineers and other personnel to identify, define, and solve developmental problems

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• IPC Certification / IPC-A-610 Certificate - (if not certified, able and capable to be certified)
• Lean Manufacturing Experience
• Technical Degree such as a vocational school

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $56195 - $89912

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits

• Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance.
• We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance.
• Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave.
• Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards.
• Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

Additional Information

D.O.M. magazine is the premier magazine for aviation maintenance management professionals. Its management-focused editorial provides information maintenance managers need and want including business best practices, professional development, regulatory, quality management, legal issues and more. The digital version of D.O.M. magazine is available for free on all devices (iOS, Android, and Amazon Kindle).