Assembly Technician

Job Purpose

Responsible for building and testing electro‑mechanical and optical equipment to meet specifications, timelines, and cost targets, following documented instructions with minimal supervision. Work includes production, customer returns, engineering development, data collection, and testing activities.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills down to the component level, proficiency with hand and automated tools, and experience in setup, calibration, and test equipment operation. Additionally, this role contributes to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing quality, reducing cost, and improving delivery performance.

Manassas, VA (Onsite)

You would be joining a global company and becoming part of the future, giving you the opportunity to enter a career where you can help to shape and define innovation.

• To carry out fitting, assembly and testing of electro/mechanical/optical products.
• Perform programming and testing of electronic circuit boards.
• Diagnostic troubleshooting, rework/repair of non‑conforming manufactured products and production equipment.
• Electro/Mechanical assembly, alignment and testing.
• Checking material kits are complete and in line with bills of material.
• Complete associated documents and paperwork.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, electronic schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Quality inspection of own work and the work of others to processes and standards.
• Maintain a clean, tidy and organized work area.
• Keeps supervisor appraised of all unresolved and/or potential problems and work interruptions that will negatively affect daily, weekly and monthly production schedules.
• Provides support to Production Supervisor on all production assignments and may work in other departments as necessary.
• Must adhere to ESD, Laser, general manufacturing, and Health & Safety requirements specifically in regard to laser light.
• Liaise with other departments to ensure a smooth production process.
• Present any production improvement ideas which could improve the process using agreed methods.
• Provide solutions where possible for problems found in day‑to‑day tasks & prevent them from occurring in the future.
• May be requested to assist in other job duties as required within the facility.
• Working overtime as requested by supervisor.

• Liaise with other departments to ensure a smooth production process.
• Present any production improvement ideas which could improve the process using agreed methods.
• Provide solutions where possible for problems found in day‑to‑day tasks & prevent them from occurring in the future.
• May be requested to assist in other job duties as required within the facility.
• Working overtime as requested by supervisor.

• 2 year technical diploma or degree with 4 years of experience
• Related military training and 4 years of experience
• 8 plus years of on‑the‑job training and experience

• Technical B.S. degree is a plus
• Experience in Metrology and/or LIDAR (Light Detection and Ranging)
• Experience with military crimp connectors

• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to recommend quality, productivity and cost reduction improvements.
• Ability to cross‑train.
• Ability to read & understand engineering drawings & electronic schematics.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to learn and capably use specialized manufacturing and engineering applications software.
• Ability to work in an environment where Six‑Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Total Quality Leadership, Kaizen, and 5S tools and techniques, are constantly applied to obtain quality and productivity improvements and to reduce all costs.

• Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Work within static‑controlled or other regulated environments as required.
• Handle and use cleaning agents.

• Work as a Team, Act as a Family! We believe in bringing our team members together in a diverse and friendly company…