Manufacturing Assembly Technician

Requisition Number: 28310

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $40,000.00 - $60,000.00

Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain

Level of Experience: Entry Level

This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS) , a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems.

HII works within our nation’s intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners.

Leadership Mindset at HII – Mission Technologies

Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every team member contributes to our mission and culture:

• Know & Grow Your People – Commit to learning and supporting team success.
• Build Relationships – Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust.
• Take Ownership – Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.
• Customer First – Focus on the mission and those we serve.
• Shape the Future – Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
• Act with Urgency – Take initiative and follow through with purpose.

These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies.

Job Description

HII, Mission Technologies is looking for a motivated individual to fill the role of Technician 2 for their Syracuse, NY Manufacturing Operations. In this role, you will perform a variety of tasks ranging from repetitive to non-repetitive production assembly operations on electronic and/or mechanical assemblies and sub-assemblies. You will also support the daily activities of the production line and/or processing areas and help build long-term capability within the Manufacturing Organization.

Manufacturing Assembly Technician 1 - $45,000 - $60,000

Manufacturing Assembly Technician 2 - $50,000 - $70,000

This requisition is for current and ongoing needs.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Mechanical assembly and installation of electronic and/or mechanical assemblies and sub-assemblies
• Work with team members in assembly and integration of new and existing products
• Deliver work according to quality requirements and work instructions
• Adhere to processes and procedures to meet business and program objectives
• Analyze and identify opportunities for process improvements
• Efficiently operate hand tools such as drills, torque wrenches, wire cutters, wire strippers & crimpers
• Identify and resolve tasks independently
• Follow ESD principles and safeguarding practices
• Able to lift 40 pounds

Minimum Qualifications

• Technician 2 – High School Diploma or equivalent and 3+ years related experience.
• Technician 1 – High School Diploma or equivalent and 2+ years related experience; or Associates Degree or other 2 year technical degree in related discipline and 0 years experience.
• Ability to read and understand assembly drawings, part lists, connection diagrams, schematics, engineering sketches.
• Ability to work with standardized procedures for high repeatability in an advanced and connected environment.
• Ability to obtain IPC-610, IPC-620, and IPC-J-STD-001 certification.
• Self-motivated and driven desire to succeed with minimal direction.
• Ability to work both in a team and individually.
• Must be familiar with hand tools such as torque wrenches, wire cutters, strippers & crimpers, and soldering.
• Must be a US Citizen and able to obtain a DoD government clearance.

Preferred Requirements

• IPC-610, IPC-620, and IPC-J-STD-001 certification
• Experience in soldering wires, small chips and, Circuit boards
• Active/in-scope DOD Secret Clearance
• Experience in the aerospace/defense industry
• Wire harness assembly experience

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

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HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

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