Assembler A - First Shift

MBDA Inc. is currently seeking an Assembler for our First Shift. This is a great opportunity for a high-performing individual to join MBDA’s Huntsville, Alabama, Team! 

Desired Experience 

A minimum of one year’s experience with mechanical assembly (testing) and basic soldering of manufactured electro-mechanical Assemblies is required.  Must have experience with and the comprehension ability to read and understand Assembly Drawings and Assembly Work Instructions and Test documentation.  Must demonstrate a dedication to quality and work effectively as a team member in a dynamic, fast-paced production environment.   This position requires skills working in a shop-floor controlled environment using an on-line manufacturing execution system (“paperless factory”).  Experience working in an ISO9001 or AS9100 environment is a plus.   The schedule is Monday through Thursday 6:00 am to 4:30 pm.

Main Responsibilities

• Prepares work to be accomplished by studying assembly instructions, drawings, specifications, and parts lists; gathers hardware, piece-parts, sub-assemblies, tools, and materials, as needed for assembly operations
• Assembles components and piece-parts into higher-level sub-assemblies; assembles sub-assemblies into top-level Assembly; uses torque tools, arbor presses, and various special tooling/fixtures and assembly aids to accomplish assembly operations
• Performs tests/measurements to verify top-level Assemblies conform to all applicable requirements
• Troubleshoots and documents any defects, anomalies or failures.
• Keeps manufacturing equipment operational by completing preventive maintenance requirements, following internal instructions, calling for repairs
• Documents all actions by completing data entry in on-line manufacturing execution system
• Monitors product standards and implements quality-control directives, as applicable
• May be requested to fulfill other production-related duties as needed 
• Ability to work 6:00 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Thursday

Qualifications

• High school diploma (or GED) and/or technical trade courses
• Proficient in computer usage for production recordkeeping
• Excellent mechanical and electrical aptitude
• Ability to use standard shop floor tools with precision
• General knowledge of operation of automated test equipment as well as standard suite of manual electrical test equipment such as multi-meters / DMMs, oscilloscopes, etc.
• Experience operating a Coordinate Measuring Machine a plus.
• Soldering experience and/ or J-STD-001 certification a plus
• Ability to effectively assemble various sized components, piece-parts and sub-assemblies while ensuring correct final configuration
• Flexible to work varied overtime and weekends if required 

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• This position requires full-time employment and willingness to work extra hours as required.
• In the performance of essential duties, requires mental alertness, keen vision, and fitness to meet requirements.
• Must be manually dexterous with both hands
• Able to lift up to 40 pounds; two-person lifting is preferred for safety and reduces the 40-pound lifting requirement
• May be required to work in an environment with explosive material as well as other hazardous materials as classified by the US DoT.

Working conditions are typical office and production operations environments.

Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Department of Defense Security Clearance 

ABOUT MBDA

MBDA Group is a world leading missile systems company offering a comprehensive product range incorporating today’s most advanced technology with a large industrial and technological base in the UK, France, Italy, Germany, Spain and locally within the United States.

MBDA Incorporated is the US arm of MBDA Group and was founded in 1986.  Headquarters are in Arlington, Virginia, with missile systems engineering and manufacturing operations in Huntsville, Alabama.   

People are our greatest asset and MBDA upholds values of Innovation, Commitment, Integrity, Passion, and Team Spirit to promote a positive work environment for employees and the customers we support.

MBDA Incorporated offers excellent benefits and a team environment

MBDA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other protected class.