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Technician I - Electronic Product Fabrication and Assembly

Posted 13 Days Ago
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Hybrid
Westminster, CO
40K-64K Annually
Entry level
Hybrid
Westminster, CO
40K-64K Annually
Entry level
The Technician I will fabricate and rework hardware, interpret drawings, troubleshoot problems, conduct tests, and maintain schedules while ensuring effective communication and teamwork.
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Job Description
The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the technical talent and organizational leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers' missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution.
What You'll Do:
  • Fabricate and rework non-flight hardware in either production or development settings using build documents and assembly drawings (e.g. cable, chassis, rack assemblies, test aids, etc.).
  • Possess skills for assembling cabling - such as wire stripping, crimping, installing connectors, soldering, installing sleeving and grounding schemes.
  • Interpret electrical drawings, mechanical drawings and wire lists accurately.
  • Identify and troubleshoot hardware problems associated with product design or workmanship issues.
  • Perform continuity and certification tests on a variety products and hardware.
  • Conduct assignments and produce desired results in an efficient and effective manner, paying close attention to cost, schedule and consideration for the manufacturability and reuse of hardware.
  • Measure/record test data and recognize/report out of tolerance conditions.
  • Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
  • Perform other duties as necessary.

On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.
Working Conditions:
  • Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • High School diploma or equivalent.
  • Each higher-level related degree, i.e., Bachelor's or Master's, may substitute for two years of related experience. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
  • Must possess solid communication skills and have the ability to exercise them effectively in a technical environment.
  • Good mechanical aptitude.
  • Must be comfortable to work effectively with a variety of hand tools.
  • Must be a motivated and ambitious self-starting individual with a focus on accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Ability to be properly trained and obtain necessary certifications to perform required assembly and fabrication operations (e.g. Cleanroom, Electrostatic Discharge Protection, J-STD-001 Soldering, IPC-A-620 Cable & Wire Harness Assemblies, etc.).
  • Demonstrated working relationship with other disciplines. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of program personnel and management is required.
  • Ability to learn and execute basic computer skills such as data entry and data query.
  • Ability to read and follow complex schematics, assembly drawings, and execute test procedures.
  • Willingness to learn company process software tools like Agile and Velocity.
  • Ability to effectively work independently or in a team environment.
  • Availability and willingness to provide expeditious technical support and work overtime as required.
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Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $40003 - $64006
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Space & Mission Systems is a leading provider of national defense and civil space applications, advanced remote sensing, scientific and tactical systems for government and commercial customers. We continually pioneer ways to innovate spacecraft, mission payloads, optical systems, and other defense and civil capabilities. Powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus, we continually discover ways to enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Multiple positions may be available on this opening.

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