Mechanical Manufacturing Technician - Optical Assembly {D} (Finance)
ARKA Group L.P. ("ARKA") is an advanced technologies company serving the U.S. military, intelligence community, and commercial space industry delivering next-generation solutions to support the national security space enterprise. Built on more than six decades of excellence, ARKA brings modern approaches and a culture of innovation to the challenges of today.
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Position Overview:
As part of our Danbury Operations team, the Manufacturing Technician is responsible for developing and assembling high precision products with a focus on customer satisfaction and production support. Working with high precision Opto-Mechanical products, this individual will have the opportunity to be mentored and work hands on within a growing and evolving aerospace and defense environment.
Responsibilities:
- Strong mechanical and Optical aptitude and assembly skills
- Ability to read blueprints and work from assembly drawings
- Ability to effectively troubleshoot a mixture of products, repair, reassemble, and test
- Be a self-starter, who will work independently on production assemblies and repairs
- Familiarity with micrometers, calipers, multi meters, and other measuring tools
- Ability to multi-task on a variety of technical jobs while keeping the work organized
- Openness to cross-training within the department to learn other skills and work processes
- Experience with optics a plus
- Ability to work with high-tolerance specifications a plus
- Using Standard work Instruction and established guidelines assemble components on assigned programs. May include optical components, electro-optical components and assemblies
- Fabricate hardware, equipment, tools or prototypes from drawing or sketches
- Assist in maintaining productivity and efficiency, while meeting scheduled delivery dates and consistently upholding compliance
- Identify and correct minor processes, material, designs, or equipment
- Develop the ability to read and understand Material Safety Data Sheets in handling hazardous chemicals
- Work with micrometers, calipers, multi meters, and other measuring tools
- Assisting in maintaining productivity and efficiency, while meeting scheduled delivery dates and consistently upholding compliance
- Multitasking on various production assemblies and repairs
- Critical Structure Bonding
- Surface Preparation (Grit blasting)
- Surface Cleaning
- Water Break
- Primer Application (Spray guns)
- Epoxy (Material Mixing & Degassing)
- Sher Test Samples
Required Qualifications:
- High school or equivalent
- 2 years of experience
- Must be mechanically inclined with a curiosity and aptitude to learn
- Computer proficiency with the willingness to learn new technologies
- Ability to speak up as appropriate and escalate issues as required
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to maintain a high degree of flexibility and assist others as needed
- Solid written and verbal communication skills
- Critical Structure Bonding
- The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Government Security Clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
Mechanical and/ Optical aptitude and assembly skills related experience
Location: Danbury, CT
Located in beautiful Fairfield County, Danbury offers a diverse economy, wonderful parks, cultural attractions, an impressive mix of private and public educational institutions and a vibrant arts scene. Our facility is nestled among a remarkable selection of communities to call home all with varying price points to fit many different budgets. We're close to New York City, Boston, and other major cities - great for day trips and weekend getaways. Our lovely seasons along with award-winning institutions, colleges, cultural events, and a genuine sense of community brings a diverse population to the beautiful state of Connecticut!
What We Offer:
- Comprehensive medical/vision/dental insurance packages
- Company contributions to qualified HSA accounts
- 401k retirement plan with industry leading company contributions
- 3 weeks of vacation accrual per year plus time off for sick leave and unscheduled life events
- 13 paid holidays
- Upfront tuition assistance for approved degree programs
- Annual bonus program based on company and employee performance
- Company paid life insurance, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance
- 4 weeks paid Parental Leave
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
EHS/Environmental Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate, listen to, and interpret instructions, operate tools and/or machinery with hands and arms and remain stationary for extended periods of the time. The employee will use protective equipment to work with chemicals, move between workstations, reach, and replace equipment, and move items weighing up to 25 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Applicants are invited to apply for a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential duties of the job. To apply, send a request to staffing@arka.org or contact 203-797-5000 and press 2 for Human Resources.
ITC & Security Clearance Requirements:
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Government Security Clearance.
This position also requires U.S. citizenship in support of contract requirements. Additionally, if you are a dual citizen (a citizen of the U.S. and another country), the Company must obtain approval for you to have access to the information required for this position. You will not be able to begin employment until such approval is obtained and this may take several months.
Visa Restrictions:
No visa sponsorship is available for this position.
Pre-employment Screenings:
Employment with any ARKA companies in the U.S. is contingent upon satisfactory completion of several pre-employment requirements to include a credit check, background check, and drug screen.
