Wire Assembly Technician

2 weeks ago

Pittsfield, Massachusetts, United States General Dynamics Full time
Key Responsibilities for this Role
Wire Assembly Technician

Position ID:
USA-MA-Pittsfield
Clearance Requirement: No clearance needed
Job Category: Manufacturing
Employment Status: Full Time
Hiring Organization: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.

Essential Qualifications

Education and Experience: A high school diploma or equivalent (GED) is mandatory. Relevant experience and training are advantageous.

Role Overview

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) is a leader in technology innovation, seeking skilled individuals to provide advanced solutions to our clients.

JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for constructing and wiring production assemblies, replacing and repairing hardware, and contributing to the development of future production assemblies. Tasks include soldering, wiring, fiber optics, and similar assembly activities to meet program and business goals efficiently and with high quality.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS: To excel in this position, an individual must competently perform each essential task. The following requirements represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (Includes but is not limited to)
  • Proficient computer skills: Ability to utilize various software programs related to time tracking, access to production planning, and business instructions.
  • Ability to read, interpret, and work with; drawings, schematics, wiring lists, diagrams, work instructions, sketches, travelers, planning, and verbal directions.
  • Perform related tasks as necessary and be capable of executing all responsibilities of R-16 Job Classification.
  • Set up and maintain the workstation and associated materials, including soldering and cleaning stations, managing age-controlled items, hazardous materials, and consumables.
  • Conduct material identification and paint touch-ups.
  • May provide work direction/training to other team members as assigned.
  • May verify the work of other employees.
  • Must be able to obtain necessary certifications, licenses, and registrations as outlined in the qualifications below.
  • Maintain a safe work environment and perform duties responsibly.
Mathematical Skills: Ability to perform basic arithmetic operations in various units of measure, including whole numbers, fractions, and decimals. Competence in calculating rates, ratios, percentages, and interpreting graphs. Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety guidelines, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to communicate effectively with other team members. Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and manage a variety of concrete variables in situations with limited standardization. Ability to interpret various instructions provided in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to seek clarification when instructions are unclear.

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations
  • Forklift Certification
  • ESD Handling Certification
  • Work Saver Usage Training
  • Crane Operator Training
  • Hazardous Material Handling and Shipping Training
  • Security Clearance as required
  • Soldering and wiring certification, including visual acuity and color perception tests.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. While executing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb stairs, and use hands to handle and feel; reach with hands and arms; climb and balance; and communicate effectively for 8 hours a day. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds frequently, up to 25 pounds regularly, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds without mechanical assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this role include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this role. While executing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to variations in work area temperature, moving mechanical parts, high or precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee may occasionally be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is typically moderate.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Workplace Options:
  • This position requires 100% on-site work.
  • While on-site, you will be part of the Pittsfield, MA team.
Salary Information

This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors. Actual compensation may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Company Overview

At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we are committed to ensuring the safety of those who lead, serve, and protect our world. We achieve this by enhancing the most advanced defense platforms. Our engineers redefine possibilities, and our manufacturing team brings these innovations to life, creating the intelligence behind submarines, ships, combat vehicles, aircraft, satellites, and other advanced systems.

We take pride in fostering a great workplace culture, driven by a shared sense of purpose, dedicated to a diverse and enriching employee experience that promotes innovation and cultivates a community where everyone feels valued and included.

We offer competitive benefits and a flexible work environment where contributions are acknowledged and rewarded. To learn more about our benefits, please visit our website.

General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran

ABOUT GENERAL DYNAMICS IN PITTSFIELD, MA
Join General Dynamics Mission Systems in the picturesque Berkshire County, located in western Massachusetts. The Berkshires are family-friendly, featuring excellent educational institutions. The housing market is affordable compared to larger cities. General Dynamics offers exceptional salaries in Berkshire County, ensuring a comfortable lifestyle for you and your family.

The area is a cultural hub for arts and theater, with renowned venues such as Tanglewood, Mass Museum of Contemporary Arts, The Clark Art Institute, and the Norman Rockwell Museum. Berkshire County is also a recreational paradise, with mountains for hiking or mountain biking, numerous lakes, ski areas, golf courses, and even the Appalachian Trail. As part of New England, western Massachusetts enjoys four distinct seasons, from pleasant summers to vibrant autumns and pristine winters.

As a small city surrounded by rural towns, Pittsfield offers a reasonable cost of living and short commutes without sacrificing modern amenities. Centrally located in the northeast, it provides easy access to all the attractions New England has to offer. Boston and New York City are both within a three-hour drive.

The Berkshires are Calling.

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