At Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD), we believe that our strengths are built on our most important resource - our people. Join EBAD and you'll be a part of a team who creates cutting edge technology that will blast us into the future. No other company can match the innovative energetic solutions that we provide. At EBAD you will actively contribute to successful missions putting men, women and satellites into space, and protecting our armed service men and women around the world. If this is the culture and work environment you are seeking, then EBAD is the place for you! ​

EBAD is seeking a Production Technician for satellite division & A&D. Team members will be responsible for working closely with product engineers, design engineers and operations team in the assembly of development products. Team members will also assist in troubleshooting assembly challenges as well as providing feedback as manufacturing processes are being developed. At times, assignment may consist supporting STD assembly team as well as assisting PE of multiple assign tasks.

Roles and Responsibilities:

This position supports and reports directly to the Product Engineering Lead. The Production Technician assists the Product Engineer in technical problem solving for production related work, processes, tools/fixtures, and equipment.

Primary duties include but not limited to the following:

• Support Product Engineering activities such as design, test, modification, fabrication and assembly of electro-mechanical assemblies as well as pyrotechnic assemblies.
• Support Product Engineering to develop new design and manufacturing processes and perform validation builds and tests.
• Complete tasks by following drawings, diagrams, written and verbal instruction.
• Provide technical support for production tool/fixture validation, equipment installation, set-up, and troubleshooting.
• Prepare, summarize, and reports trial data for Product Engineering team.

Requirements:

• Excels in a dynamic / changeable work environment
• Energetic and positive; Ability to work independently
• High School Diploma
• 1+ years of experience working in various fields relating to design, manufacturing, quality control, equipment design, facilities and/or process development
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks and projects
• Experienced in assembling complex mechanical components
• Experience in designing and fabricating test or production tooling and fixtures
• Proficient in using machine shop tools, manual mill and lathe to produce tools and production jigs
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with demonstrated ability to lead assigned projects
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems
• Experienced in low volume high mix, fast paced, team environment
• Experience in soldering per IPC std is a plus
• Experience in working with Aerospace and Defense products and processes is preferred

Compensation:

Salary Range: $45,000-$60,000 per year. Salary is determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.