Mechanical Assembler

Job Summary:

Thinkom Solutions is looking for qualified applicants to work with a team in the Antenna Assembly area to build various assemblies that go into our world class antenna systems. Products will include antennas subassemblies and top-level assemblies, and electronic assemblies that are part of a mobile or stationary antenna ground terminal. Be part of a growing team in a fast paced, dynamic manufacturing atmosphere as we develop new products for the communication market in both military and commercial markets.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Read and follow instructions, such as work orders, diagrams, method sheets and route sheets to determine materials needed and sequence of assembly.
• Cleaning of parts, sub-assemblies and final assemblies.
• Perform various assembly processes, including bonding parts with structural film adhesives soldering techniques.
• Properly measure, mix ands apply various liquid adhesives.
• Use scales, torque tools and measurement instruments.
• Ensure tools are clean, maintained and calibrated.
• Maintain and neat and tidy work area.
• Notify supervisor or leads if parts do not meet specifications.
• Follow all department safety procedures and wear proper Personal Protective Equipment required.
• Crimp or perform similar operations to join or secure parts in place using hand tools, presses, machines and other types of equipment.
• Perform any combination of tasks to route and tie wires used in electrical and electronic equipment or systems.
• Follow ESD precautions during basic electronic assembly.
• May support antenna (and/or related LRUs/components) testing requirements.
• Other miscellaneous tasks to support Production as required.
  
  
  

Skills and/or Experience Needed:

• Experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Able to read and understand blueprints, manufacturing planning, diagrams and similar shop/manufacturing related paperwork.
• Working in a controlled, FOD free environment.
  
  
  

Language Skills:

• Must be able to read and understand English
• Must be able to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Must be able to communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally.
  
  
  

Reasoning Ability:

• Ability to follow instructions and perform necessary duties.
• Must be able to verify work completed is per instructions given.
  
  
  

Additional Skills and Experience Preferred (Not Required):

• Experienced with hand tools and assembly fixtures
• Able to use torque wrenches and calipers.
• Able to use scales and measurement instruments.
• Able to use computer and laptop Windows interface system.
  
  
  

Physical Demands & Other:

• No failed drug tests or drug tests refusals within the previous two years.
• This position is primarily a standing position. While performing duties of this position, employee is required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, reach, and bend.
• May occasionally lift and/or move up parts or boxes up to 50 pounds.
• May be subjected to occasional irregular or extended work hours.
• Must be able to work in an environment that may be subject to occasional loud noises, hazardous materials and chemicals.
• Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
• Repetitive motion of right and left hands and arms.
• Good manual dexterity, able to pick up small parts and complete precision assembly processes.
• US Citizenship or Permanent Residence Status required.
  
  
  

Thinkom offers generous benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, 401k Matching (4%), PTO, Paid Holidays and Bonus Plan.

ThinKom Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

ThinKom Solutions is a Drug and Alcohol free working environment with a zero-tolerance policy.