Aerojet Rocketdyne Looking for Assembler 1 at Redmond, WA Full Time

Overview

Aerojet Rocketdyneis a leading supplier of chemical and electric propulsion systems for Earth-space and interplanetary spacecraft. Aerojet Rocketdynesystems are on a large majority of U.S. spacecraft and we have on-going programs supporting European and Japanese customers. Our programs span the range from basic research for next-generation systems to on-going production for current missions. Visit our website at www.rocket.com for more information on how our employees Power the Future.

In our Redmond WA facility we fabricate, assembly, and test chemical and electric thrusters, as well as small scale propulsion systems. Our test facility supports vibration and hot fire testing of products for both production and development products for all our products.In this role, you will be responsible for leading the test lab to ensure that business test demands are met while maintaining the facility and supporting career development for test lab employees. The Redmond facility is a like no other rocket test facility in the world and we are looking for a leader who can help us grow consistent with the demands of our customers.

We are seeking an experienced Assembler to perform various assembly duties. This is a day shift position that typically works Monday-Thursday from 5:30am to 4:00pm, but candidates must be willing and available to work other shifts or overtime as needed to meet delivery schedules.

What we can offer you:

Inspiring Company Culture – Our people support each other and work together to leave an indelible impacton our nation’s aerospace and defense legacy. Read more about our culture: Careers | Aerojet Rocketdyne.

Work/Life Balance – 3 weeks of vacation to start plus additional sick allowance. 4/10 schedule providing for longer weekends. Annual 1 week year-end company shut down.

Comprehensive Health Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Accounts, and Wellness programs.

Prepare for the Future – 401(k) with company match.

Professional Development – Tuition assistance program, Employee recognition program, and Leadership development program.

This current opening may be filled at this level as posted or at one level higher.

Essential Job Functions (Including % of Time for Each)

100% – The Assembler performs a wide variety of assigned manufacturing tasks to produce high quality products. Perform diversified, but semi-repetitive operations following standardized methods and procedures under changing conditions. Duties include:

• Performing assembly on piece parts into completed sub-assembly using typical assembly tools. Perform electrical fabrication. Bond with Thermal control tape and epoxy.
• Reading and interpreting product drawings and department procedures.
• Reading, interpreting and understanding written or oral requirements, procedures and specifications to perform assigned tasks.
• Performing troubleshooting of mechanical assemblies, company manufactured tooling and pressure testing. Repair or make recommendations to solve equipment issues
• Using and operating various computer systems and applicable software (ie: Oracle and Delmia).
• Presenting information to supervision/lead person, maintenance, engineering or other employees of the organization.
• Working with management, supervisor and/or lead personnel to prioritize work and meet critical deadlines.
• Providing rapid support while following proper housekeeping and safety procedures.
• May perform functions such as production of parts, components, final assemblies, metal fabrication, modification, quality testing, checkout, re-work, quality testing, and assembly utilizing schematics, diagrams, layouts or manufacturing test development or diagnostic equipment as needed.

SECONDARY JOB FUNCTIONS: As requested, coordinate with maintenance, supervisor and/or engineers in the set-up and calibration of equipment. Provide assistance in developing methods and procedures to control or modify the manufacturing process, collect data, or assist in research work. Perform prototype lab scale mixes for new programs/new formulations. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma (or equivalence).

Additional Requirements:

• Proven ability to follow detailed work instructions and procedures needed. Ability to apply general rules to specific problems to come up with logical answers. Ability to learn new processes.
• Requires the ability and willingness to work other shifts and overtime as necessary.
• Must have the ability to perform mathematical calculations accurately and quickly.
• Must be able to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with the work team and those contacted in the course of work.
• Understanding of electrical test equipment such as DMM, oscilloscope, etc. required.
• Knowledge of strippers, crimpers and installing solder splices a must.
• Familiarity with 5S and lean procedures expected.
• Must be able to be trained and become certified in clean room access, fastener torque & electrical fabrication within the first 3 months of employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Oracle and Delmia preferred.
• Knowledge of vacuum chambers, Laminar Flow environments and/or FOD a plus.
• Certification to IPC 620 preferred.

Requires U.S. Citizenship, U.S. Permanent Residency or other status as a U.S. Person. Must be able to satisfy federal government requirements for access to government information and having dual citizenship may preclude you from being able to meet this requirement.

Being fully vaccinated for COVID-19 may be a condition of employment at Aerojet Rocketdyne. Proof of vaccination or an accommodation request approved by Aerojet Rocketdyne may be required prior to starting employment with the Company.

Work Environment/Physical Requirements:While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel items. The employee is regularly expected to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, stoop and kneel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.