Job Description
Job Description Company Information General Dynamics is a successful Fortune 100, global aerospace and defense company, with over 90,000 employees world-wide. General Dynamics Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong foundation of delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to our clients for military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous process and productivity improvements that reduce product costs, while increasing troop safety and effectiveness. Land Systems continues to work with the US Armed Forces and its Allies to ensure these vehicles remain survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment.
Responsibilities to Anticipate for this Role The Wire Harness Assembler is responsible for the assembly of raw parts and sub-assemblies by following in detail our standard work instructions.
- Perform a wide range of complex electronic assembly and soldering operations on low voltage, high voltage, microwave or other components or subassemblies in accordance with military and/or other assembly standards using blueprints, visual aids, wiring lists, verbal and/or written instructions.
- Reads and interprets work instructions to ensure accuracy of work performed.
- Operate semi-automatic equipment such as crimp presses, sonic welder, and wire strippers.
- Routes, wires, and assembles electronic components using wire layout boards.
- Perform visual and dimensional inspections of in-process assemblies and finished products.
- Prep components prior to assembly, clean components, wire bond, potting, seal, mark, and inspect components, subassemblies, or completed assemblies.
- Install electrical or electronic parts and hardware in housings or assemblies, using hand tools.
- Align, fit, or assemble component parts, using hand or power tools, fixtures, templates, or microscopes.
- Capable of being trained across the entire product line and working with Engineering on new or emerging products as well as producing first articles.
- Follow company guidelines and procedures
- Responsible for being an active team participant in teamwork toward continuous improvement.
- May be asked to perform some of the following off-line tasks including quality checks, down-time reporting and housekeeping duties.
- Performs other related duties to benefit the mission of the organization.
Required Skills & Qualifications - High School Diploma or GED
- Keen attention to detail and quality
- Electronic and Mechanical Assembly experience, including the use of Hand tools and Soldering Iron
- Must have excellent vision and good hand-eye coordination.
- Ability to interpret drawings, work instructions, and written work instructions, plus have basic math skills and knowledge of measuring device
- Professional and effective communication skills a must
- Manufacturing experience preferred
- Excellent track record for attendance required - we need you here!
- Flexibility is a must as OT may be required during the week and on the weekends
- Ability to use hand and power tools
- Great attitude and attendance are a must!
- IPC-A-610, IPC-WHMA-620 and/or JSTD-001 certifications considered a significant asset.
Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to [email protected] for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. General Dynamics Land Systems
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