Assembly Technician

TechnicianOverview: 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 Job Description Summary: We're looking for detailed and experienced Technicians to join our electronics assembly team, supporting the building of advanced hardware in cleanroom/lab environment. Our Technicians work with engineers, building the kind of hardware that makes a difference. From hand soldering components to wire bonding in semiconductor assemblies, you'll bring big ideas to life. Assemble electronics for semiconductor systems, CCA and wire cabling/harnessing Perform hand soldering, wire bonding, and other work in cleanroom/lab environment Operate tools and equipment including basic maintenance and calibrationDuties/ResponsibilitiesPerforms skilled assembly work; build, assemble, modify and/or repair prototypes.Provides support to engineers on technical projects and/or product; collect, maintain, organize, compile, and manipulate technical data per guidelines.Prepares engineering documentation, reports, and drawings (sketches/flow charts/diagrams/schematics, etc.).Performs mathematical calculations per engineering specifications.Recommend alternative solutions to problems and obstacles.May set up and conduct tests and record data to assist with engineering analysis.With adequate training, may operate, clean, maintain, and/or calibrate assembly equipment requiring highly skilled and specialized knowledge.Documents work consistent with work unit policy in handwritten form or using common computer-based softwareMay mentor or train more junior technicians.May perform other duties as assigned specific to a particular engineering area.Skills/AbilitiesKnowledge of clean room practices and protocols.Knowledge of small scale production environment.Proficiency with MS Windows, MS Word, MS Excel, Outlook.EducationAs of July 2014 requires successful completion of at least four college credit technical courses. Including one course in both math and physics, and two engineering elective in the area of engineering they currently work in i.e. Chemical, Electrical, or Elec/Mech.ExperienceAt least five years of applicable experience is required.Additional Job DescriptionApplicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.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.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 View email address on click.appcast.io.