Assembly Technician III

Assembly Technicians are in a hands-on work environment performing a variety of tasks to support the engineering, manufacturing and production teams. Daily responsibilities may include test set up, production assembly, engineering assembly, receiving support, packaging and shipping. The Assembly Technician III reports to the Technician Lead.

ABOUT US

Karman Space & Defense provides concept-to-production solutions for mission-critical systems on spacecraft, launch vehicles, missiles, hypersonics, and integrated defense systems. We believe that solving the industry’s most complex and mission-critical challenges requires relentless determination and a willingness to push the boundaries of possibility. Karman Space & Defense brings to bear unparalleled production capabilities, unmatched engineering expertise, and unflinching analysis to render the impossible, possible.

C OMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Medical, Dental, Vision

Company Paid Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement *

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Performs mechanical assembly according to verbal and written instructions including fastening, bonding, and riveting

Supports engineering testing, manufacturing efforts

Uses chemicals, adhesives, and solvents as required

Reads and understands blueprints, schematics and technical diagrams

Works with the ERP (Epicor) system to track hardware, and ensure jobs are completed on time, helps manage the production schedule

Assists in test setup and execution, updating procedures, assisting with test plans, and data collection

Assists with packaging and shipping of hardware and equipment

Observes safety and security procedures, reports potentially unsafe conditions

Demonstrates leadership and provides guidance to more junior Assembly Technicians

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Required Education: High School diploma

Must be able to obtain and maintain an ATF Handler’s Permit, which requires passing a federal criminal background check and authorizes the handling of regulated firearms and explosives.

Required Experience: Strong proficiency with basic hand and power tools, strong mechanical aptitude, experience with test data acquisition and instrumentation

Preferred Experience: Knowledge of military and commercial industry specifications

Typically possesses: 4-7 years’ experience in aerospace, defense experience, or manufacturing environments

Possesses computer proficiency and familiarity with common office applications

Demonstrates passion for the aerospace and defense industry, and strong desire to work in a fast-paced, hands-on environment

Demonstrates an exceptional work ethic and attitude

Physical requirements of this position include moderate physical and repetitious work, standing for extended periods of time, the use of stairs and occasional heavy lifting

Have a valid driver’s license

Must be a U.S. Citizen

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Karman is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability; citizenship status; uniform servicemember status; or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law. Our management is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy with respect to hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, recruitment advertising, pay, and other forms of compensation, training, and general treatment during employment.