Operations Technician

Kranze Technology Solutions, Inc.; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 45,460 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Leave plan (Paid Time Off)

Comprehensive Health Care package

Generous 401(k) retirement plan

Paid Overtime

Flexible Scheduling

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Kranze Technology Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Technician in Des Plaines, Illinois to perform electrical, mechanical, and avionics tasks. The role involves building, testing, and troubleshooting various assemblies and systems. Candidates should possess mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting skills, and the ability to read complex schematics. Competitive compensation of $33-35/hr along with comprehensive benefits including paid time off, health care, and a retirement plan are offered. The position is not eligible for remote work.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of hand tools for assembly and repair.
• Ability to maintain certifications in soldering and cable assembly.
• 5+ years’ experience in cable fabrication or electrical assembly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build and repair wire harness assemblies.
• Troubleshoot processor assemblies and electronic systems.
• Conduct circuit testing and product inspections.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude with hand tools

Ability to read and understand complex drawings

Troubleshooting skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Skilled use of computers

Education

Associates degree or equivalent coursework related to engineering

Tools

Crimp tools

Digital measuring equipment

Multimeters

Soldering equipment

Job description

KTS is seeking a Technician to perform a mix of electrical, mechanical, and avionics tasks including but not limited to:

• Build, test, troubleshoot, and repair wire harness assemblies
• Build, test and troubleshoot processor assemblies
• Build, test, troubleshoot, and repair electronic and hardware systems
• Assist in improving and developing new systems, components, and products
• Circuit testing, continuity checks, environmental testing, product inspections, soldering

Remote/teleworking is not available for this position.

Qualifications

Required

• Extensive knowledge of, and mechanical aptitude to use common hand tools utilized in electronic and mechanical assembly/repair. To include crimp tools, cable strippers, soldering equipment, digital measuring equipment, multimeters, and basic hand tools
• Ability to read, understand and build to complex drawings, termination tables, and schematics for electrical, mechanical, and cable assemblies
• Ability to layout, inspect, and assemble mechanical components
• Ability to qualify for and maintain certifications in soldering and cable assembly in accordance with J-STD-001 and IPC/WHMA-A-620
• Troubleshooting skills
• Skilled use of computers and ability to learn new software applications
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• US Citizen with the ability to obtain a Secret clearance

Preferred

• Associates degree or equivalent coursework related to engineering, aviation, quality assurance.
• 5+ years’ experience in cable fabrication, avionics, or electrical assembly
• Experience soldering in an electrical production environment
• Certification in J-STD and IPC
• Military /Commercial aviation electrical experience.
• A&P license and or prior aviation Quality Assurance experience a plus.

We recognize that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a company. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we are able to attract the best candidates. As required by law in this state, the estimated compensation range for this position is $33-35/hr and represents our good faith estimate as to what our ideal candidates are likely to expect. We tailor our offers within the range based on organizational needs, internal equity, market data, geographic zone, and the selected candidate’s experience, education, industry knowledge, location, technical and communication skills, and other factors that may prove relevant during the selection process.

Benefits

Kranze Technology Solutions is proud to provide extremely competitive benefits to all full time employees including:

• Comprehensive Leave plan (Paid Time Off)
• Comprehensive Health Care package including Medical, Vision, Dental, Health Savings Account (HSA), and more
• Generous 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid Overtime
• Flex Time and Flexible Scheduling
• Tuition Reimbursement options
• Casual and relaxed work environment

About Kranze Technology Solutions

We are part of an SPX Technologies’ Communication Technologies platform in the Detection & Measurement business segment. KTS is focused in the defense industry specializing in Infrared Countermeasures (IRCM) systems, digital interoperability and networking, and program support for the US Navy, US Marine Corps, and Special Operations Command. We provide hardware and software product development, systems integration, system test and evaluation support, modeling and simulation analysis, and other engineering services to support the Warfighter.

Each team member has significant opportunities to solve a variety of complex technical challenges in small teams while working hand in hand with our defense customers.

KTS is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other segmenting characteristics protected by law.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to:

Human Resources

847-737-7299

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