Assembly Technician

Assembly TechnicianAssembly Technicians work closely with the engineering department to build flight components for our various programs. Technicians will build motors, pumps, valves, regulators, mechanisms, as well as integration for maximum reliable functionality. As a technician, you will be responsible for maintaining a high standard of build quality, and interfacing directly with engineers on the floor. Technicians in this role will be capable of understanding component functionality to be able to assist in troubleshooting or recognizing potential hazards/issues before they occur and helping to update work instructions/processes to reduce future issues and increase personnel safety.Responsibilities:Deliver high-quality components for our programs by collaborating with engineering and leadership to achieve Long Walls component delivery rate in a reliable manner.Precisely assemble motors, pumps, valves, regulators, mechanisms, and integration per work instructions and Long Walls specifications.Record pass down of completed work and report to the lead technician or manager.Responsible for maintaining a safe, professional, and neat work area, adhering to 5S industry standards.Set the standard for a rigorous and efficient technician team, operating with high efficiency and utilization across a broad mix of products.Provide recommendations to design/instructions/process to improve reliability, manufacturability, quality, or rate of components.Collaborate & cooperate with team members to achieve daily, weekly, and monthly targets.Be flexible and willing to adapt to "best practices" in order to meet production demands.Basic Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalency certificate2+ years of experience working in an aerospace, manufacturing, military, or automotive environmentRequired Skills and Experience:2+ years of professional assembly experience in a manufacturing environment2+ years of experience performing hydraulic, pneumatic proof, leak, thermal, and electrical testsAbility to read mechanical assembly drawings and blueprintsThe ability to work independently or as part of a team, meet aggressive schedulesAbility to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environmentAbility to solve complex problems with minimal supervision on tight schedulesAbility to take project goals inputs and works towards that end-goal beyond individual task assignmentPreferred Skills and Experience:Prior experience in the aerospace industryHigh attention to detail in order to ensure safety and accuracy of assembly proceduresPrevious experience with interaction and correspondence with support engineersA&P licenseEmbodies team mentality; coachable and reliableExperience with mechanical and electrical systemsStrong mathematical, basic computer, problem-solving, decision-making skills, and strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skillsAbility to make full use of computer network systemsGrow your skillset (seal installation, assembly, pressurized testing, etc.) and expertise across products (pneumatic, electromechanical, and passive valves) while training peers in a fast-growing team5S knowledge and LEAN experienceGeneral Requirements:Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of timeAbility to use a computer to complete assignmentsFlexible to support various job duties as neededAbility to communicate with individuals and groups in person, by phone and telepresenceAbility to pick up to 50lbsWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee will typically work in an office environmentAbility to travel up to 25% of the time$24 - $39 an hour S1 - $24.00 to $35.00/hr S2 - $26.00 to $39.00/hr This is the lowest to highest compensation range we reasonably and in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee's pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. In addition to base pay and equity, we offer: Heavily employer-subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance plans Long Wall paid life insurance and LTD coverage 4% 401k match Student loan repayment assistance program Paid parental leave Family planning assistance program Long Wall paid financial wellness program Paid time off for non-exempt employees and flexible vacation policy for exempt employeesITAR RequirementThis position requires access to information protected under US export control laws, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or the Export Administration Regulations. As such, US person status (including US citizens, U.S. permanent residents, individuals granted U.S. asylum status, or individuals admitted in U.S. refugee status) is a required qualification for this position.Equal Opportunity EmployerWe are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, genetics, or citizenship status (when otherwise legally authorized to work and access export-controlled data) and will not be discriminated against on the basis of such characteristics or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We encourage applicants of all ages.