Technician A–Assembly and Test Support

Draper; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Draper is seeking an entry-level Technician A to provide assembly and test support in a dynamic R&D environment. This role involves skillful assembly processes, support in testing, and compliance with documentation while working closely with engineers. Ideal candidates possess a technical school background or relevant experience and are eager to contribute to innovative solutions in national defense and space exploration.

Benefits

Work-life balance programs

Workplace flexibility

Employee clubs

Health and finance workshops

Discounts to local museums and cultural activities

Qualifications

• Graduate from a 2 year technical school or equivalent experience.
• Two years of applicable technical education or four years of applicable experience.

Responsibilities

• Completing assembly processes according to detailed instructions.
• Performs cleaning, maintenance, and/or calibration of laboratory equipment.
• Documents work consistent with work unit policy.

Skills

Communication

Manual Labor

Operation of Equipment

Education

Graduate from a 2 year technical school

Job description

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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. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.

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. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.

Job Description Summary

The Tech A is responsible for completing various assembly processes according to a detailed set of process instructions. Assisting engineers in applying engineering technology to develop and test product assemblies or components. Devises, fabricates, and assembles new or modified mechanical components or assemblies with supervision. Sets up and tests complete prototype units and subassemblies under operational conditions. Strict adherence to process instructions and documentation requirements is expected. Works closely with a team of engineers and skilled operators.

• Performs skilled SMT and or microelectronics assembly work under the limited supervision of senior technical personnel (exempt and nonexempt).
• Is capable of refined hand soldering with solid technique and complex conventional and or microelectronics assembly.
• With limited supervision but with adequate training, may operate and or maintain SMT and / or microelectronics assembly equipment requiring highly skilled knowledge.
• With adequate training and limited supervision, performs work of an essentially repetitive nature for production of deliverable hardware.
• With limited supervision, carefully documents their own work consistent with work unit policy in handwritten form or using common computer-based software such as MS Windows, MS Word, MS Excel, etc.
• At the discretion of the supervisor performs focused training to enable progression into higher skilled positions.
• Other temporary assignments at the discretion of the supervisor.
  
  

Duties/Responsibilities

Job Description:

• Performs cleaning, maintenance, and or calibration of laboratory and equipment with limited supervision.
• Operates complex equipment in the production of hardware using complex manual skills with training and limited supervision..
• Documents their work consistent with work unit policy with limited supervision.
• Performs focused training to enable progression into higher skilled positions at the discretion of the supervisor.
• Other temporary assignments at the discretion of the supervisor.
  
  

Skills/Abilities

• Able to communicate written and verbally.
• Able to use Microsoft office applications.
• Able to perform manual labor and operate automated and semi-automated equipment.
  
  

Education

Graduate from a 2 year technical school or applicable years of experience.

Experience

Either two years of applicable technical education and two years of applicable experience or four years of applicable experience meets the minimum requirement.

Additional Job Description

Draper employees are trained to J-STD-001, IPC-WHMA-A-620 and IPC-7711/7721. Previous experience with these standards or a current certification is valued. Experienced hand soldering professionals are needed.

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

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Job Location - City:

Cambridge

Job Location - State:

Massachusetts

Job Location - Postal Code:

02139-3563

Our work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you, apply now www.draper.com/careers.

Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance culture. 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].

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing

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