Supervisor 2, Instrument Technicians

Draper Labs; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 275,000; Full time

Job summary

Draper is seeking a Supervisor of Instrument Technicians in Cambridge, MA. You will lead a team of hourly union technicians specializing in precision instrumentation, electro-optic components and fiber optic sensor integration, translating staff needs into work plans.

You will delegate tasks, conduct annual evaluations, mentor staff, and partner with engineering to resolve design/build issues while ensuring lab operations and training compliance.

Qualifications

• 10+ years fabricating and assembling electronic products, cable harnesses and box-build assemblies.
• 5+ years supervisory experience.
• High School Education or Equivalent

Responsibilities

• Supervise ten or more Assembly Technicians including scheduling daily work assignments and evaluations.
• Interface with engineering on design/build issues, providing feedback and alternatives.
• Collaborate with staff for input on special applications requiring specific skills and equipment.
• Manage the Assembly Lab operations including materials/consumables, maintenance, and ensuring training and certification.
• Support facility planning, including capital equipment purchases and ERP-driven demand planning.

Skills

Interpret instructions

Production planning

Mentoring

Electronics chemistries

Electronics assembly

Team supervision

Education

High School Education or Equivalent

Tools

Epicor ERP

X-ray inspection

Job description

Overview

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation.

Job Description Summary

The Supervisor (of Instrument Technicians) leads a team of hourly union technicians specializing in precision mechanical instrument assemblies, electro-optic components and fiber optic sensor integration. The Supervisor works closely with both technical staff and technicians, serving as a bridge to translate staff needs to work plans. The supervisor delegates work assignments, performs performance evaluations, and develops and mentors assembly technicians.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Supervise ten or more Electrical/Mechanical Assembly Technicians including scheduling daily work assignments, performing annual evaluations, and participating in the hiring process as needed.
• Interface with engineering on potential design and build issues, including materials and processes, providing constructive feedback and alternative approaches for consideration.
• Collaborate with staff members for input on special applications requiring specific skills and equipment.
• Manage the Assembly Lab operations including planning for materials/consumables, preventative maintenance for lab equipment, and ensuring employees are current with required training and certification.
• Support the facility planning activities, including research and recommendations for capital equipment purchases.
• Screen and track incoming work requests ensuring instructions are complete and accurate with appropriate drawings and models (if needed).
• Work with group management and materials planning to ensure customer needs are met and manage the demand using the Epicor ERP tool suite.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills / Abilities

• Able to interpret and derive assembly instructions.
• Able to quickly derive a feasible path forward for submitted assembly demand.
• Strong understanding of current industry capabilities and state of the art assembly and fabrication techniques.
• Able to mentor employees to ensure career growth.
• Familiarity with chemistries used in electronics manufacturing including flux systems, solutions, and various epoxy and coating systems.
• Familiarity with electronics assembly processes including fabrication (Screen Printing, Pick-and-Place, Reflow Oven), rework (hand soldering, hot gas rework), validation tools (Xray, inspection microscopy) and cable/harness manufacturing methods and equipment.

Education

High School Education or Equivalent

Experience

• 10+ years of experience fabricating and assembling electronic products, cable harnesses and box-build assemblies.
• 5+ years of supervisory experience.

Additional Job Description

Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain government security clearance.

Job Location

Cambridge, Massachusetts, 02139-3563

Compensation

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $100,000.00 - $275,000.00. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Union ranges will be in compliance with the collective bargaining agreement's approved rates by location and role. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and does not include bonuses or benefits.

EEO Statement

Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact [e-mail].