Technician/Mechanic II - Marine Systems

Position Profile:

As a technician on our marine production team, you will assist in the assembly, test, and repair of valves and control systems designed to operate in shipboard environments. Our high-performance motion and flow control solutions serve in mission critical applications on surface ships, submarines, and deep submergence vessels.

Working at our state-of-the-art heated and air-conditioned manufacturing facility in Montville, NJ, you'll collaborate with our cross-functional production and engineering team to achieve quality and on-time delivery goals. By completing our optional on-site solder training program, you'll enhance your skillset and position yourself for broader opportunities.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

* 2 - 5 years of experience in an aerospace manufacturing/testing environment/military experience or equivalent

* Mechanical or electro-mechanical products measurement and testing experience required

* Demonstrated mechanical/technical aptitude and abilities to function test products

* Knowledge/experience with variety of electronic test equipment

* General knowledge/experience in the areas of high-pressure fluids or gasses.

* Knowledge of Lean concepts, ESD, FOD control and personal protective equipment

* Ability to learn new things and work with some supervision

* Strong attention to detail for complex instructions and documentation while maintaining quality output

* Effectively demonstrate time management during batch processes

* Effective verbal/written communication skills required for interacting with all levels of personnel within the organization

* Computer literate, with MS Office experience and basic PC skills

* Must be a US Citizen

Essential or Primary / Key Responsibilities:

* Primary duty is to ensure that products perform their proposed functions in a satisfactory manner

* Read, interpret documents (i.e. procedures, schematics/technical drawings, etc.) and use necessary measuring devices/equipment to confirm tooling/fixturing geometries and dimensions

* Conduct all work in accordance with approved technical data, customer specifications and regulatory requirements including MIL-specs

* Set up and use electronic instruments, load testing devices, microscopes, various measuring instruments

* Setup and operate tools required for assembly including, but not limited to; standard hand tools, load testing devices, micrometers, depth mics, calipers and microscopes

* Setup and operate equipment required for testing including, but not limited to; multimeters, ohmmeters, voltmeters, pressure, gauges and transducers, data recorders, load cells, and flow meters

* Install, operate and maintain high-pressure nitrogen, helium and hydraulic fluid test equipment

* Assemble products, install internal components; use arbor press/fixtures; apply lock wire and torque seal

* Conduct end-of-line functional testing on valve components and record results

* Assist with testing equipment maintenance and/or repair

* Maintain accurate parts and part count for each job

* Identify causes for test failures, perform rework, and submit suggestions for corrective action to supervisor for approval

* Seek, document, and support Lean ideas to improve the efficiencies of the company

* Maintain all hand tools in clean working condition

* Notify supervisor of any equipment that requires repair

* Properly handle and dispose of chemicals used, utilizing proper PPE (as required)

* Identify any routings discrepancy and notify supervisor so changes can be made if necessary

* Work in a clean room environment with full standard PPE (Tyvek suit, safety glasses, steel toe boats, etc.)

Additional Duties / Responsibilities:

* Abide by all safety, quality, housekeeping and company policies/procedures to ensure compliance to all regulatory and internal system requirements

* Contribute to a positive and cooperative work environment through effective communication at all levels internal and external to the organization

* Actively participate in team meetings, improvement initiatives/programs, etc. and respond to actions, in support of company initiatives/goals, as directed

* Consistently demonstrate commitment to company values

* Keep management informed of area activities and of any significant problems.

* Develop and maintain constructive and cooperative working relationships with personnel at all levels, company-wide

* Assume responsibility for related duties as required or assigned.

* Ensure that work area is clean, secure, and well maintained.

Work Environment:

* While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to conditions typical of a manufacturing/machine shop environment, including, but not limited to: fluids, fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, noise (air hose, etc.), and vibration

* This position entails constant exposure to abrasive chemicals

* This job interacts both in a professional office environment and a manufacturing/machine shop environment. This role uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines, as well as environments inclusive of the appropriate eye, hearing and foot protection (as required).

* Temperature of work environment may be affected by outside/external temperatures, machining processes, etc.

* Overtime and weekend may be required, as job duties demand.

* Some travel may be required for this position (5-10%)

Physical Requirements:

* While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.

* The employee is frequently required to repetitively use/reach with hands and arms, and to use hands to finger, handle or feel.

o Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

* The employee is regularly required to stand at length, sit, walk, stoop, bend, turn, balance, and/or crouch, and move about the facility.

* The employee may be required to lift, stack, push, pull and/or move items weighing up to 45 pounds

4-Day Work Week - Monday-Thursday (6:00AM-4:30PM)

This position is at our Montville, NJ corporate office location.