Company Information
General Dynamics is a successful Fortune 100, global aerospace and defense company, with over 90,000 employees world-wide. General Dynamics Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong foundation of delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to our clients for military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous process and productivity improvements that reduce product costs, while increasing troop safety and effectiveness. Land Systems continues to work with the US Armed Forces and its Allies to ensure these vehicles remain survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment.
Responsibilities to Anticipate for this Role
The Production Assembler is responsible for the assembly of raw parts and sub-assemblies by following in detail our standard work instructions.
Perform a wide range of complex electronic assembly and soldering operations on low voltage, high voltage, microwave or other components or subassemblies in accordance with military and/or other assembly standards using blueprints, visual aids, wiring lists, verbal and/or written instructions.
Reads and interprets work instructions to ensure accuracy of work performed.
Operate semi-automatic equipment such as crimp presses, sonic welder, and wire strippers.
Routes, wires, and assembles electronic components using wire layout boards.
Perform visual and dimensional inspections of in-process assemblies and finished products.
Prep components prior to assembly, clean components, wire bond, potting, seal, mark, and inspect components, subassemblies, or completed assemblies.
Install electrical or electronic parts and hardware in housings or assemblies, using hand tools.
Align, fit, or assemble component parts, using hand or power tools, fixtures, templates, or microscopes.
Capable of being trained across the entire product line and working with Engineering on new or emerging products as well as producing first articles.
Follow company guidelines and procedures
Responsible for being an active team participant in teamwork toward continuous improvement.
May be asked to perform some of the following off-line tasks including quality checks, down-time reporting and housekeeping duties.
Performs other related duties to benefit the mission of the organization.
Required Skills & Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED
Keen attention to detail and quality
Electronic and Mechanical Assembly experience, including the use of Hand tools and Soldering Iron
Must have excellent vision and good hand-eye coordination.
Ability to interpret drawings, work instructions, and written work instructions, plus have basic math skills and knowledge of measuring device
Professional and effective communication skills a must
Manufacturing experience preferred
Excellent track record for attendance required - we need you here!
Ability to use hand and power tools
Great attitude and attendance are a must!
IPC-A-610, IPC-WHMA-620 and/or JSTD-001 certifications considered a significant asset.
General Dynamics Land Systems is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race and/or ethnic background, national origin and/or ancestry, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sexual orientation, marital/parental status, age, military service, veteran status, disability, pregnancy/childbirth or related conditions, genetic information, or membership in any class protected by applicable law from discrimination in employment.
