Senior Assembler Job Listing at Leonardo DRS in Huntsville, AL (Job ID 1379053800)

Description

Job ID: 114063 

The Leonardo DRS Land Electronics business provides C4I Network computing and integrated situational awareness, as well as state-of-the-art embedded diagnostics, vehicle power management and combat vehicle integration products and services.

Join our Land Electronics team in Huntsville, AL as a Senior Assembler. You will be responsible for performing advanced wire harness and cable assembly operations while consistently delivering high-quality product to prescribed standards, supporting continuous improvement, and meeting customer commitments on schedule and within budget. This role requires a highly skilled, self-directed assembler who can work with minimal supervision on frequently non-routine tasks, interpret prints/specifications, and serve as a technical resource for troubleshooting and resolving complex build issues. 

• Responsible and accountable for producing quality work to prescribed standards, with a focus on continuous improvement to meet customer commitments on schedule and within budget
• Follow written work instructions
• Work under minimal supervision on duties and tasks that are frequently non-routine, adapting procedures, techniques, tools, materials and/or equipment to meet special needs
• May perform more detailed tasks requiring deeper knowledge and experience in the specified processes and procedures of wire harness manufacturing
• Rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish assigned goals
• Able to effectively communicate with other functional departments, such as Manufacturing, Engineering and Quality.
• Resolve most questions and problems, referring only the most complex issues to higher levels
• Serve as a resource to others in the resolution of complex problems and issues
• Be a self-starter and demonstrate good decision making ability
• Must maintain a safe work environment by adhering to all safety procedures including those which govern the handling of materials, chemicals, tools, and equipment (WHMIS) 
• Proper use of required PPE 
• May periodically assist in orienting and training lower level employees 
• May participate in LEAN Events, “Six S” activities, action teams etc.
• Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
• Perform advanced-level assembly functions, which may include: prep, mechanical, harness, cable, printed circuit board sub-assemblies, and inspection typically working from drawings, within Production 
• May perform soldering and installation of components to contract specifications, using a wide range of tools and equipment
• Interpret blueprints, Process Flow Instructions and other written or verbal instructions 
• Responsible and accountable for producing quality work to prescribed standards, with a focus on continuous improvement to meet customer commitments on schedule, within budget and to SPC standard practices
• Must be trained across all assembly stages, work w/Engineering to build 1st articles by interpreting print/specification with no process provided and the ability to interpret/assemble all units in dept
• If required, perform all aspects of in-process inspection.
   

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the specialty area of wire harness assembly
• Current IPC 610/620 & J-STD certifications

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours. 
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. #LEL