DoD SkillBridge - Assembler

DoD SkillBridge Internship: Assembler

Host Company: Altimeter Solutions

SkillBridge Provider: Vets2PM

Location: Tempe, AZ

Requirement: Must be active-duty U.S. military service member who qualifies for participation in the DoD SkillBridge Program. Must be willing to live/work in the location above. This is not a remote/telework opportunity.

To apply:

1. Go to and apply for interest in our program (this is required)

2. Return to this posting and 'Apply'

About Altimeter Solutions

Altimeter Solutions, LLC (Altimeter), is a technical consulting firm that specializes in providing it's clients the highest quality analytical/technical consultative services possible. Altimeter's mission is to provide clients with proven professional solutions/services that represent the uppermost levels of industry technical competencies and value.

Altimeter Solutions holds a Top Secret facility clearance, and places contract and permanent technical resources with prime vendors for the DoD and other Federal government branches nationwide.

Company Website:

Job Description:

In a clean room environment, responsible for operating various tools in the production of MCP.

Will include machine set up, running and minor preventive maintenance duties.

Utilize various tools for data entry of product movement and other electronic applications.

Essential Functions:

Responsible for assembling and handling products, equipment and materials per engineering and company's quality system procedures.

Perform program specific tasks as required to ensure compliance to individual program requirements.

Assemble printed wiring boards from engineering drawings using surface mount hardware, soldering irons and microscopes.

Cut wire to specified lengths, using wire cutters, or automated cutting devices.

Cut plastic sleeves and slip sleeves over wire ends to insulate connections.

Crimp terminal eyelets and lugs to wire ends, using hand or machine crimping devices.

Conducts functional and continuity tests of electrical assemblies, components, wire harness and plugs, using ohmmeter, test lights, and other electrical testing instruments.

Demonstrates knowledge of mixing and measuring epoxies to accommodate the need to encapsulate electrical and electronic components and assemblies.

Demonstrates knowledge and use of precise measuring equipment. (Calipers, Rulers, etc.)

Ability to train others on assembly procedures once you achieve Expert or Master Certification levels.

Follow company procedures for corrective action. Notify Production supervisor if a quality defect or safety concern is identified to obtain guidance and assistance in resolving the problem.

Responsible for following procedures for product assembly and fabrication, equipment operation, and sound safety requirements as documented in the company's quality system while always maintaining operational targets.

Promote cordial relationships and foster collaboration with co-workers, customers, suppliers, industry and professional associations, government agencies and the local community to obtain optimal solutions.

Must Haves:

High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum or 4 years prior relevant experience

Good hand/eye coordination

Read drawings/blueprints/work instructions.

Close attention to detail and quality

Nice to Haves:

Associate Degree with 0 to 2 years of prior related manufacturing work experience

Clean Room Experience

Microscope experience

Experience handing small products/microchips.

[NOTE: Because this is a SkillBridge Internship, it is understood that no single candidate will have equal expertise in all the areas of responsibility listed. Successful candidates will possess a compelling combination of many of them and the self-awareness and wisdom to leverage existing and/or new resources in the area(s) where they lack personal mastery.]

Vets2PM Provides:

Mentorship and guidance via weekly SkillBridge Intern Zoom Meetings.

PM Fundamentals course, Resume writing, LinkedIn optimization, and interview skills course.

Other free resources, including an electronic copy of 'How to Speak Civilian Fluently'.

Other:

Not all internships include certification training by Vets2PM, as many host companies include their own internship-focused training instead. If selected for an internship with Vets2PM please read your approval email, letter, and training plan to be sure you understand what is included in your internship.