Senior Production Technician

Northstrat Incorporated; Arcola (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Power of choice benefits

IBA benefits accrue monthly

Profit Sharing Plan (PSP)

Job summary

Northstrat Incorporated seeks a Senior Production Technician to build, test, and deliver RF-based space electronic warfare systems from our Northern Virginia facility. The role requires hands-on assembly, integration, acceptance testing, and coordination with QA and engineering.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years of RF manufacturing experience or 12+ years of equivalent work, plus strong troubleshooting, documentation, and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM and 8+ years of experience, or 12+ years of equivalent experience without a degree.
• Experience manufacturing RF-based electronic systems.
• Ability to read and interpret test procedures and technical documents.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with production, logistics, and facility managers on material availability, production schedule, delivery dates, and steps through production.
• Build and integrate electronic equipment.
• Complete production checklists and acceptance tests with QA coordination.
• Troubleshoot hardware and software issues with engineering as needed.
• Pack and ship systems and document production data and test reports.
• Maintain configuration management and test reports for delivery.

Skills

RF testing

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Communication

Reading test procedures

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

12+ years of equivalent experience without degree

Tools

RF test equipment

Microsoft Office

Job description

Northstrat is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Production Technician to build, test, and deliver systems for our production contract to produce and maintain space electronic warfare systems. The ideal candidate will be responsible for building, integrating, and testing systems ensuring compliance with quality assurance standards. Must have experience manufacturing RF-based electronic systems, as well as instructor experience to provide instruction to junior production technicians on an as needed basis.

As a Senior Production Technician, you will be a primary frontline responsible individual for production support in our factory. Tasks include regularly scheduled production activities involving the hands-on build-up and integration of electronic equipment, completion of acceptance tests, troubleshooting hardware and software issues, packing and shipping of systems, as well as aiding with next generation production planning. Additional duties include administratively tracking production tasks and assets in our ticketing system for proper documentation, along with configuration management and test reports. In this role, you must maintain flexibility in mission expectations and requirements and be able to follow through on various tasks that are required to build, integrate, and test quality systems for delivery. The successful candidate will be expected to work on site in Northern Virginia with limited opportunities to work from home due to the hands-on nature of this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate with production, logistics, and facility managers on material availability, production schedule, delivery need dates, and steps throughout the production process
• Aid with production planning for multiple system designs
• Build and integrate electronic equipment
• Complete production checklists and acceptance test procedures in coordination with quality assurance
• Identify and help resolve problems with production goods
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical (hardware and software) issues as they occur in coordination with the engineering team as needed
• Escalate any hardware/software issues or system outages to leadership immediately
• Administratively track production tasks and assets in our ticketing system for proper documentation
• Manage and log the configuration of hardware and software
• Document production data and maintain accurate records
• Complete test reports and prepare for delivery
• Operate and monitor test equipment verifying calibrations are current to ensure data integrity
• Inspect intermediate and finished products for quality assurance/quality control and adherence to specifications
• Assist logistics team in teardown, packing, and shipping of systems
• Effectively manage time to support delivery need dates
• Collaborate with production team members to improve efficiency and productivity
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment
• Perform preventative maintenance checks and services
• Follow all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment
• Assist in the set up and calibration of test equipment for new production runs
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and training programs

Requirements

• Must have a bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) related field and 8+ years of relevant experience; OR 12+ years of equivalent experience without a degree
• Should have functional knowledge of ground systems capable of transmitting and receiving RF emissions
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
• Ability to read and interpret test procedures and technical documents
• Must be able to physically able to lift, rack, and stack equipment following one-person, two-person, and lifting device safety recommendations
• Ability to work effectively under time constraints
• Strong troubleshooting skills in software loading, hardware, and network issues
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Basic understanding of production processes and RF test equipment
• Attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work
• Basic computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

Desired Skills/Experience

• Technical certification or training in a related field
• Experience working with ground terminal equipment
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including shifts and weekends if necessary
• Ability/willingness to operate forklift and pallet jacks
• Familiarity with logistics and production operations including asset management of government property

Benefits

Northstrat values true work life balance. We offer power of choice benefits designed to best meet the needs of you and your lifestyle. Our benefits programs are designed to support and encourage wellness, healthy living, retirement investment, and lifetime learning.

Pay Range

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. We also offer competitive compensation, benefits, and professional development opportunities. Please refer to our Benefits section for additional details.

Flex Time

Northstrat does not mandate specific working hours. Although project requirements may dictate schedules, a Northstrat employee is only required to work an average of 8 hours per weekday over the course of a month. For example: John worked 12 hours on June 1st to meet a project deadline. On June 15th, John only worked 4 hours because he left early for a long weekend. John's IBA was not debited for time off because flex time allowed him to carry over those 4 hours from June 1st.

Individual Benefits Account (IBA)

To attract and retain the highest quality staff, Northstrat provides a unique and versatile benefits package, the Individual Benefit Account (IBA), which places the power of choice in the hands of our greatest asset - the employee.

The purpose of the IBA is to provide attractive benefits to all full-time employees of Northstrat on a flexible basis that enables each covered employee to select a package that best suits his or her needs. Whether those needs are paid time off, medical expenses, prescription drug expenses, cash disbursement, or a combination of any of these, the IBA provides flexibility to help you meet your specific goals. The IBA can be used for such things as:

IBA Benefits accrue each month in the amount equivalent to 50% of the employee's monthly compensation rate. That is, the effective dollar amount of this accrual is in addition to an employee's salary.

Profit Sharing Plan (PSP)

The PSP is a qualified retirement plan that Northstrat funds quarterly on the employee's behalf through the IBA in the amount equivalent to 25% (up to the IRS contribution limit) of the employee's compensation. That is, of the 50% accrual in the IBA, half of the amount accrued is applied to the PSP.

Lifelong Learning

Our culture promotes and nurtures a growth environment. We hire and scale rapidly to meet the needs of our partner customers. Through periodic company sponsored training events, and the ability to use IBA funds for reimbursement of work-related education expenses you will have the opportunity to continually grow your skills and abilities.

Join Our Talented Team

We hire the BEST employees and value each one. Since 2021, The Washington Post has recognized Northstrat among its "Top Workplaces". We think that your friends and family will like it here too, so we offer employee referral incentives.

Northstrat is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or other legally protected status.