Electronics Technician

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!
Job Description
EBAD seeks a skilled technician for the position Electronics Technician. The Electronics Technician will support EBAD's Electronics Assembly Line in a High-Mix Low-Volume Manufacturing environment. EBAD's product catalogue introduces a healthy work type mix of Development and Production builds.
This position is located in Simsbury, CT and will report to the Production Supervisor.
Responsibilities:

• Hand solder small, complex components and connectors per J-STD-001 Class 3 requirements
• Perform Potting and Encapsulation operations using a variety of different materials and mixing methods
• Assemble Electrical and Electro-Mechanical assemblies
• Assemble Cable and Wire Harness assemblies
• Assemble Test Equipment, embedded in mobile rack systems
• Support Inspection of Electronics Assemblies per IPC-A-610 Class 3
• Support Inspection of Cable and Wire Harness Assemblies per IPC-A-620 Class 3
• Read, Understand and Execute to drawings, process specs and manufacturing instructions
• Assist Engineers in manufacturing process development
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the manufacturing area
• Maintain work cells in accordance with 6S principles

Requirements:

• Electronics Assembly Experience Required (PCB Assembly and Electro-mechanical Assembly Knowledge)
• Current or Previous J-STD-001 Certification
• Must be able to read and understand process documents such as drawings, manufacturing instructions and process requirements.
• Flexibility to work with varying levels of procedural detail
• Strong communication skills to be able to work with Engineers, Inspectors and other technicians
• Must have high school diploma

Desired skills :

• Current or previous IPC-A-610 Certification is preferred but not required
• Current or previous IPC-A-620 Certification is preferred but not required

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.