Craftsman Wire Harness Technician

Expertise and Functions

Provide support to either Program/Project Manager in the areas of project scheduling, data gathering/analyses, database manipulation or population, preparation of technical/project reports or briefings, test plans and reports, and associated documentation, test or validation/verification assistance

Oversee/perform test or project events as assigned by Program Manager or Engineering supervisor, report status and results

Following engineering guidance, technical orders, and drawings.

Performs and oversees moderately complex assembly/test functions utilizing mechanical skills, hand and power tools, test equipment, and inspection measurement equipment in a manufacturing environment

Perform and inspect wire terminations and wire harness assembly (OJT)

Produce and inspect assemblies conforming to customer specifications (OJT)

Assemble, test, and solder as required per customer/industry standards (OJT)

Perform electrical checkout of manufactured wire harnesses (OJT)

Document records identifying compliance with assigned tasks regarding wire harness manufacturing (OJT)

Establish, organize & maintain detailed inventory of government, customer and KIHOMAC property (OJT)

Lay out/assemble units for production according to designs, specifications, and work instructions (OJT)

Modifies equipment by adding, removing, or altering components as per predetermined processes (OJT)

Maintain high ethical/professional standards of performance, demeanor, and judgment always

Observes all safety rules and maintains a foreign object debris (FOD) free work area

Trains and assist other technicians on techniques and procedures

Attends meetings and conferences to represent section

Communicates with vendors to acquire quotes for hardware and materials (OJT)

Performs hardware procurement through purchase requests (OJT)

Document records identifying compliance with assigned tasks regarding wire harness manufacturing

Report status and results

Maintain a clean work area

Work unsupervised at times

Requirements

Qualifications

Education/Training (both required and desired):

High School diploma required

Associate’s Degree in management or technical/scientific discipline desired

IPC/WHMA-A-620 and IPC J-STD-001 Certification desired

Experience:

3+ years of professional experience in the required task area required

U.S. military aircraft maintenance and wiring experience desired

Ability to comprehend schematics, logic drawings, layouts, wire lists, and prints required

Ability to use various hand tools, soldering equipment, and machinery required

Impeccable organizational skills and attention to detail a must

Basic understanding of electrical circuits required

Wire termination experience using DMC Tools “Daniels Kit” style tools desired

Knowledge of cable assembly procedures desired

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively required

Ability to troubleshoot malfunctions, identify and repair malfunctions using provided technical data and tools desired

Familiarity with USAF TO 1-1A-14 (AKA NAVAIR 01-1A-505-1 or TM (phone number removed) desired

Basic knowledge of IPC/WHMA-A-620 and IPC J-STD-001 desired

Capable of standing for long periods of time required

Able to work cross functionally in other areas as needed

Ability to identify/assign priorities based on time constraints and resources available required

Security:

Must be a US citizen

Ability to obtain a security clearance may be required

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

Short Term & Long Term Disability

Training & Development

Wellness Resources

Permanent