Operations Technician
$68,640–$72,800 year
On-site · Des Plaines, Illinois, United States
Job Summary
Operations Technician responsible for electrical, mechanical, and avionics tasks including building, testing, troubleshooting, and repairing wire harness and processor assemblies, and electronic/hardware systems. Will assist in developing new systems and components, perform circuit testing, environmental testing, product inspections, and soldering. Must read complex drawings/schematics, qualify for soldering/cable-assembly certifications (J-STD-001, IPC/WHMA-A-620), and hold US citizenship with the ability to obtain a Secret clearance. Remote work is not available. Benefits include health care, 401(k), paid overtime, flexible scheduling, and tuition reimbursement, with compensation in the stated hourly range ($33-$35/hr).
Required Qualifications
- Extensive knowledge of, and mechanical aptitude to use common hand tools utilized in electronic and mechanical assembly / repair
- Ability to read, understand and build to complex drawings, termination tables, and schematics for electrical, mechanical, and cable assemblies
- Ability to layout, inspect, and assemble mechanical components
- Troubleshooting skills
- US Citizen with the ability to obtain a Secret clearance
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to qualify for and maintain certifications in soldering and cable assembly in accordance with J-STD-001 and IPC/WHMA-A-620
Desired Qualifications
- Associates degree or equivalent coursework related to engineering, aviation, quality assurance
- 5+ years’ experience in cable fabrication, avionics, or electrical assembly
- Experience soldering in an electrical production environment
- Certification in J-STD and IPC
- Military /Commercial aviation electrical experience
- A&P license and or prior aviation Quality Assurance experience a plus
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