Engineering Tech II (C Shift) - REF2368F

**This position will work Friday – Sunday days (6am – 6pm) with the opportunity to work an additional 4 hours on Monday or Thursday**

Primarily responsible for assistance in daily operations and maintenance of manufacturing equipment/processes for manufacture of night vision image intensifiers.  This is a hands-on engineering technician position.  The individual can expect to spend >80% of their time interacting with the equipment and operators, building/repairing mechanical tooling, and dispositioning non-conforming product.  Other work includes but would not be limited to: optimization of manufacturing processes, implementation of cost reduction opportunities (yield and productivity improvements, waste elimination) and training production employees to improve work processes and product quality.  Generally, individual works to minimize or eliminate safety, quality, delivery, inventory, and production issues.

A successful candidate will have proficiency in the use of hand and machine tools, precision gauges, test instruments, and process equipment and will be able to read, understand, and follow procedures.  Have an understanding and skills in effectively applying Lean and Six Sigma tools to reduce waste and improve efficiency.  Candidate will perform other duties as assigned.

• Associate’s degree in an Engineering field (Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, etc.) or related work experience
• 2+ years of technical experience in a manufacturing environment   
• Strong analytical abilities and trouble-shooting techniques
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• PC proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook is required
• Must have the ability to work effectively within a team
• Good interpersonal and organizational skills are required
• Experience training others
• Ability to obtain Security Clearance
• Must be able to comply with OSHA, EPA, Fire Regulations, Company Policies and Procedures 
• Able to work an off-shift schedule

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with assembly/review/inspection of mechanical assemblies
• Experience with ultra-high vacuum equipment
• Experience working in cleanroom environments
• Experience writing MS Access queries
• Experience with statistical analysis software:  Minitab, JMP, Cornerstone, etc.
• Experience with coding and scripting development: Visual Studio (VB.net, C#, C+. etc.), Python, JSL (JMP scripting language), or similar
• Experience with process improvement
• Six Sigma certification (Yellow, Green, Black Belt)

Off-shifts are:

• “B” shift = Monday – Thursday nights (6pm – 6am)
• “C” shift = Friday – Sunday days (6am – 6pm)
• “D” shift = Friday – Sunday nights (6pm – 6am)
• 2nd shift = Monday – Friday (3pm – 11pm)
• 3rd shift = Sunday – Friday nights (11pm – 7am)
• Engineering schedules can be flexible (i.e. start times/end times are not rigidly held to what is listed above…7pm to 7am or 9:30pm to 5:30am or similar may also be acceptable)

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

It has been and will continue to be the policy of Elbit Systems of America to recruit, hire, train, and promote into all job levels based solely upon job-related qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetics or citizenship status.

EEO STATEMENT:

Elbit Systems of America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individual with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.  Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ACCESSIBILITY:

Elbit Systems of America is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.  If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email [email protected].

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