Production Technician II

As an operator specializing in our surface mount technology line you will be responsible for the set-up, tear-down, and operation of the various machines that build our circuit card assemblies. In addition to low-to-mid-volume production you will be working with engineers and senior technicians to build new prototypes. This position will empower you to complete the tasks assigned at a pace that is comfortable for you within defined time frames.

This is a very detail-oriented role and we prioritize quality above all else.

The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection and security solutions worldwide. The MST team has a long legacy of supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial and international customers with years of experience in platform operations, engineering and full lifecycle management across domains – air, land, sea, space and cyber.
** Responsibilities
* ** Set up and operation of surface mount technology (SMT) manufacturing equipment. To include: solder paste screen printer, pick and place machine, solder reflow oven, and various support and inspection equipment.
* Interpret and work from technical drawings and manuals.
* Soldering work on printed circuit boards (PCB), circuit card assemblies (CCA), and follow detailed instructions accurately and consistently.
* Completion and finalization of CCAs after SMT manufacture to include separation of PCBs from larger panels, labeling, and possibly small touch ups.
* Work with engineers to identify issues with new products and improve them.
* Knowledge of proper ESD controls.
* Must be detailed and quality oriented, and have a good sense of self-discipline.
** Qualifications The Employee Must Have
*** High school diploma or GED equivalent and at least 2 years of relevant experience in electronic manufacturing.
* Basic understanding of technical diagrams, bills of material, manuals and manufacturing principles.
* Experience with the operation of SMT/CCA equipment.
* Experience in a manufacturing or production environment
* Computer literate with experience in Windows and Office products, and ability to learn new specialized in-house applications as required.
* Ability to take instruction and work side-by-side with engineers and advanced technicians to learn new skills.
* Must possess good verbal and written communication skills.
* The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance.
** Qualifications We Prefer
*** IPC J-STD-001 and 7711/7721 certifications.
* Related experience may be considered in lieu of required education and certifications.
* Circuit card assembly and rework experience with soldering of both surface mount and through-hole parts.
* Electronic component identification knowledge.
* Experience with personal protection equipment (PPE).
* Able to work in an organized, clean work environment to 5S standards.

At Sierra Nevada Company, LLC (SNC) we deliver customer-focused technology and best-of-breed integrations in the aerospace and defense sectors. SNC has been honored as one of the most innovative U.S. companies in space, a Tier One Superior Supplier for the U.S. Air Force, and as one of America’s fastest-growing companies.

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and .
** IMPORTANT NOTICE:
** This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants.

Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include,…