Technical Lead -2nd Shift

This opportunity is located within our Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company business, a global leader of mission-critical hardware and systems solutions including precision energetics systems and innovative explosive solutions.

Job Description

Summary

EBAD is seeking an experienced assembly Technical Lead to support our high-mix, low volume electro-mechanical assembly line of our NEA / TiNi product lines. The Technical Lead will manage the production assembly activities for the assembly of NEA / TiNi products. This position will report directly to the Production Manager and is based in Moorpark, CA. This is a 2nd Shift position and is eligible for a 2nd shift hourly pay differential.

Responsibilities:

• Lead all production assembly activities including in-process and acceptance testing for assigned work cells.
• Train new electro-mechanical assemblers, maintain cross-training matrix, and maintain training records.
• Maintain shop floor Point of Use (POU) material inventory system and support accurate inventory cycle counts.
• Support Calibration department with the collection of tools and equipment for periodic calibration.
• Work with Planners to request materials to fill shortages in material kits.
• Create job folders and manage the storage of in-process manufacturing and acceptance testing data.
• Review shop orders for accuracy of technical work instructions and document attachments (Manufacturing Instructions, Drawings, etc.).
• Participate in Manufacturing Readiness Reviews (MRR) with Engineering.
• Support Production Manager with behavioral and performance discussions and reviews with individual team members.
• Report and close shop orders

Qualifications:

• Minimum five years' experience in assembling and testing of electro-mechanical assemblies.
• High school diploma or general education degree; Associate degree in a technical field is preferred but not required.
• Prior experience and/or certifications in the follow areas is preferred: Cleanroom assembly environment, IPC-A-620 cable and wire harness fabrication, NASA STD 8739.4 crimping, or IPC/EIA-J-STD-001 Space Addendum.
• Excellent mechanical aptitude including wiring, crimping, and use of precision hand tools.
• Experience working under a microscope.
• Must be able to read and interpret mechanical assembly drawings and manufacturing instructions.
• Must be able to effectively lead a team of electro-mechanical assemblers.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills.
• Computer literate, able to use MS Office application software including Word and Excel
• Must be capable of learning our ERP system (IFS).

Compensation:

Salary Range: $60,000 - $80,000 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.