Bedford, NH, USA
Optics1
ABOUT OUR MISSION:
Optics 1 is a global leader in full-service design and production of electro-optic and navigation systems. Leveraging core competencies in defense technologies, Optics 1 provides unmatched, first-class mission solutions for military and law enforcement personnel.
We have a high-paced, high-energy environment focused on acknowledging individual and team successes, as well as overall growth. Optics 1 is a community that cares about the mission of our customers. Our team believes in supporting and enriching our community through engagement; whether that means giving back to our troops, veterans and their families, investing in next generation innovators through STEM education, or higher education initiatives, giving back is an important part of who we are as a team.
We are united by a unique culture and commitment to provide the highest quality products to those who serve.
POSITION PROFILE:
Join our team to help us produce products for our Nation’s Soldiers, Sailors, Marines, Airmen, Law Enforcement, First Responders, and allies. The Electro-Optical Assembler II role will be responsible for assembling, aligning, testing, and configuring optical, electronic, and mechanical components. Work is performed in accordance with released procedures, drawings, schematics, and wiring tables. If you’re eager to learn and grow, we’re eager to have you join our team.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform a wide variety of electro-mechanical assembly operations
- Clean and assemble optical assemblies
- Assemble cables, plugs, and wire harnesses
- Record, test, and build data into databases as assemblies are tested
- Maintain a clean, orderly, organized work area
- Responsible for safe handling of all solvents and epoxies
- Performs in-process and final inspections of assemblies to assure conformance to quality standards, including sterilization and packaging prior to shipment
- Maintain excellent attendance, reliability, and independence
- Train coworkers at various work stations
- Perform preventative maintenance on production equipment
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:
- 3 to 5 years of assembly experience
- Ability to perform well and maintain production flow under noisy and disruptive situations
- Excellent dexterity and good eyesight (requires assembly of small components and fine adjustment to close tolerances)
- Experience with ESD safety requirements
- Experience with soldering certification, meeting J-STD-001 standards
- Experience with optics handling, bonding, and cleaning
- Able to self-check and inspect works in progress
- Able to stand for extended periods of time
- Knowledge of measuring and hand tools
- Proficiency working with hand tools and using adhesives
- Must be proficient at all levels of production (assemble, align, and test) across multiple product lines
- Ability to read and follow work instructions
- Overall knowledge of inventory control
- Basic skills in Microsoft Office
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Must be a US Citizen or hold US Protected Individual status
IDEALLY, YOU’LL ALSO HAVE:
- Experience working in a Lean Manufacturing environment
- Experience with 5S housekeeping practices
- Have an IPC610/Class 3 soldering certification, small component-surface mounting
- Familiar with standard shop practices used in defense-related industries
- Experience with ISO-9000 series of standards or similar standards
- Experience working in an ITAR environment
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.
EOE/AA/M/F/Vets – US Protected Individual status required (US citizen, lawful permanent resident, asylee, refugee or temporary resident (as defined at 8 USC 1160(a).
Learn more about Optic 1’s commitment to Veterans on our Hiring Veterans page!
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