Company Description

Elbit Systems of America is a leading provider of high performance products, system solutions, and support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, commercial aviation, and medical instrumentation markets. With facilities throughout the United States, Elbit Systems of America is dedicated to supporting those who contribute daily to the safety and security of the United States. Elbit Systems of America, LLC is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESLT and TASE: ESLT), a global high technology company engaged in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and commercial applications. For additional information, visit: www.elbitsystems-us.com.

Job Description

The Quality Engineering Technician will primarily provide support for Incoming Inspection, Calibration, engineering development activities, and support for manufacturing activities. A successful candidate will have proficiency in the use of inspection equipment, comparators, CMM, precision gauges, and hand tools.  Have an understanding and skills in effectively applying Six-Sigma tools to benefit the organization and customers.  This is a hands-on technician position.  The individual can expect to spend their time providing technical assistance with inspection equipment, CMM programming, defective material disposition, Inspection Instructions, Process Audits, equipment maintenance/calibration and, development and execution of data reports on the results of quality inspections.  The Engineering Technician works closely with members of Incoming Inspection, Calibration, Quality Engineering, and Manufacturing Engineering team.  

Responsibilities and Tasks (listed in bullet format) in order of priority to be successful

Review and disposition night vision componentsTraining members of qualityUse engineering drawings to construct and modify Inspection Instructions.Compile, compute, analyze, and present a variety of Inspection data as required.Review documentation for completeness, accuracy, adequacy, and compliance with company and customer requirements. Support qualification, verifications, and validation testing as required. Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: 

Associate degree; preferable in an Engineering field (Mechanical, Electrical, mechatronics, etc.)1+ years of technical experience in a manufacturing environment.Proficiency with various inspection tools and equipment Strong analytical abilities and troubleshooting techniquesAbility to understand mechanical drawings Strong verbal and written communication skillsPC proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook.Ability to work effectively within a teamGood interpersonal and organizational skillsExperience training othersAbility to obtain and maintain US government Security Clearance. 

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with inspection of optical/mechanical assembliesUnderstanding of statistical process controls (SPC) principlesExperience using/programming CMM equipmentExperience with vision inspection equipmentExperience reading electronic schematics and conducting PC board inspectionsExperience with MS Access queriesAbility to read and interpret technical drawings and specificationsKnowledge of quality control methodologies and proceduresSix Sigma certificationExperience in Metrology specific to calibration and instrumentation

Additional Information

It has been and will continue to be the policy of Elbit Systems of America to recruit, hire, train, and promote into all job levels based solely upon job-related qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetics or citizenship status. 

EEO STATEMENT:

Elbit Systems of America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.  Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ACCESSIBILITY:

Elbit Systems of America is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.  If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email [email protected].

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