Senior Assembler

DRS Daylight Solutions business provides industry-changing mid-infrared laser light technology for government and commercial markets, including : defense and security;

life sciences; and industrial process control. As a mid-IR technology pioneer, Daylight Solutions has delivered more mid-IR systems to more applications world-wide than any other company.

At DRS Daylight Solutions, you will be eligible for competitive pay, great benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k match, 9 / 80 work schedule, and Tuition Assistance.

Our Daylight family-oriented culture allows you to receive hands-on training, professional development, career advancement and exposure to the latest and greatest technology, where our motto is "To protect with Light". Come join the family!

Job Summary

The Senior Assembler will be responsible and accountable for producing quality work to prescribed standards, with a focus on continuous improvement to meet customer commitments on schedule and within budget.

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible and accountable for producing quality work to prescribed standards, with a focus on continuous improvement to meet customer commitments on schedule and within budget
• Follow written work instructions
• Work under minimal supervision on duties and tasks that are frequently non-routine, adapting procedures, techniques, tools, materials and / or equipment to meet special needs
• May perform more detailed tasks requiring deeper knowledge and experience in the specified processes and procedures
• Rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish assigned goals
• Able to effectively communicate with other functional departments, such as Engineering, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Sales departments
• Resolve most questions and problems, referring only the most complex issues to higher levels
• Serve as a resource to others in the resolution of complex problems and issues
• Be a self-starter and demonstrate good decision making ability
• Must maintain a safe work environment by adhering to all safety procedures including those which govern the handling of materials, chemicals, tools, and equipment (WHMIS)
• Proper use of required PPE
• May periodically assist in orienting and training lower level employees
• May participate in LEAN Events, "Six S" activities, action teams etc.
• Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
• Perform advanced-level assembly functions, which may include : prep, mechanical, harness, cable, printed circuit board sub-assemblies, spray application, and inspection, typically working from models and / or drawings, within Production
• May perform soldering and installation of components to contract specifications, using a wide range of tools and equipment
• Interpret blueprints, Process Flow Instructions and other written or verbal instructions
• Responsible and accountable for producing quality work to prescribed standards, with a focus on continuous improvement to meet customer commitments on schedule, within budget and to SPC standard practices
• Must be trained across all assembly stages, work w / Engineering to build 1st articles by interpreting print / specification with no process provided and the ability to interpret / assemble all units in dept
• If required, perform all aspects of inspection : in-process, final and source; allocate partial points - 3 points in-process - 3 points final - 4 points source

Our Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Cleanroom experience
• Solder Certification (J-STD-001)

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED with a minimum of 5 years of experience in specialty area e.g. welding, tool making

The expected pay scale for this position is $22 / hr. - $30 / hr. Should the level, location, or scope of the position change during the hiring process, the pay scale may be modified accordingly.

• When extending an offer of employment, DRS Daylight Solutions considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position;
• any Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, the candidate's relevant work experience, education / training, certifications, and key skills;

internal equity; and market and business considerations.

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law . #LI-SF1 #INDDAY