Lead Assembler

Location: Frederick, MD, US, 21703 Job ID: 115073 The Leonardo DRS Airborne and Intelligence Systems business is a global leader and strategic partner committed to delivering world-class, full life-cycle defense and intelligence products that protect the security of our nation and our allies. From air combat training to state-of-the-art electronic warfare systems, our technology is deployed by virtually all U.S. military and government agencies around the world.

Job Responsibilities: May serve as team lead for lower-level specialists who are 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 Work under minimal supervision on duties and tasks requiring advanced skills, adapting procedures, techniques, tools, materials and/or equipment to meet special needs Rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish assigned goals Communicate effectively with other functional departments, such as Engineering, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Sales departments Serve as a resource to others in the resolution of complex problems and issues Responsible for orienting and training lower-level specialists Demonstrate ability to be a self-starter as well as sound decision making Maintain a safe work environment by adhering to all safety procedures including those which govern the handling of materials, chemicals, tools, and equipment (WHMIS) Responsible for proper use of required PPE 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, spray application, and inspection, typically working from models and/or 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 Must be able to perform all aspects of inspection- in process, final and source, allocate partial points - 3 points in process - 3 pts final - 4 pts source Must be familiar with HR policies and procedures and their application and be able to apply tools for business metrics and reporting Job Responsibilities Part II Proficiency in hand soldering techniques, including through-hole soldering, surface mount, and rework/reflow soldering. Assemble and solder electronic components (e.g. 0201 parts, IC's etc) onto circuit boards according to specification and quality standards. Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity to handle small electronic components and perform intricate soldering tasks Operate and maintain soldering equipment, including soldering irons, hot air guns, hot plates, microscopes and soldering stations, ensuring they are in proper working condition. Read and interpret assembly instructions, blueprints, schematics, Process Flow Instructions and other written or verbal instructions.

Qualifications: High school diploma or GED with a minimum of 8+ years of experience in specialty area Our Vision. To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S. Our Values. The Leonardo DRS culture is defined by our Core Values and Principles: - Integrity - Agility - Excellence - Customer Focus - Community & Respect - Innovation We strive to uphold them in all aspects of our business practices to inspire our employees and provide outstanding support for our customers.