Electrical Manufacturing Technician

ARKA Group L.P. 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 domain. ARKA has a 60-year legacy reaching back to the very beginning of our country’s space endeavors. We’re a legacy of mission excellence built on ground-breaking technologies. Join the ARKA mission and discover your next career opportunity now!

Position Overview:This skilled position involves Electrical Mechanical Assembly, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical and electronic products with a focus on customer and production support. Working with high precision electrical products, this individual will have the opportunity to be mentored and work hands on within a growing and evolving aerospace and defense environment. Our customers rely on our ability to meet the highest standard of reliability and quality in everything we do.

Responsibilities: Electrical Mechanical Assembly requirements that follow blueprints, guidelines, and /or diagrams to ensure product specification and tolerance levels are met.Uses measuring and diagnostic tools and modify systems and components / assemblies.Ensure the requirements of Bill of Materials (BOM) and customer specifications are achieved to maintain copy exactly industry standard.Read and work to technical procedures, drawings, and electrical schematics.Identify and resolve build problems.Record and report technical/BOM issues using company trouble log methods.Contribute to performance of the production team through productivity improvement initiativesDeveloping the ability to perform manufacturing tasks associated with Torquing, Soldering, and Assembling a variety of products.Ability to use hand tools required to perform this job.Ability to become J-STD-001 and NASA certified for soldering.Ability to become Harness and Cabling certified NASA .4 and IPC 620Ability to troubleshoot electrical defects to root cause.Work as part of a cross-departmental team, communicating with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Contracts

Education Requirements: High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience Required: 2-5 years of understanding of basic electronic elements and circuit principles. Experience with assembling electro-mechanical products.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.

The position is located onsite at our facility in 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!

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 work stations, 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.

Collaborating with world class experts, you will have the opportunity to develop innovative solutions in fulfillment of our customers’ requirements. We believe in our mission, and we believe in supporting our employees. We offer policies and programs that provide opportunities for continual learning, career growth and work/life balance along with a full suite of health and welfare benefits. Employment with any of the ARKA Group companies in the US is contingent upon satisfactory completion of several pre-employment requirements to include a credit check, background check and drug screen.

Position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Security Clearance. For your information, here is the form the government requires to begin the process of obtaining a clearance: https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf86.pdf

No visa sponsorship is available for this position.

ARKA Group L.P. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.