Assembler II in Laurel, Maryland at Antenna Research Associates Inc

Company Overview

ARA is a leading C5ISR company that designs, manufactures, tests and installs innovative technologies that provide the national security community with unparalleled situational awareness, threat detection, and communications capabilities.

Our disruptive, integrated solutions, assemblies and subsystems rise to the challenging demands of discerning, mission-critical customers.

We leverage our capabilities to meet and exceed the requirements of our customers and empower them to remain ahead of evolving threats and complexities in a dynamic security landscape.

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assembler II to join our team. The Assembler II performs more complex mechanical and electrical assembly tasks under moderate supervision. This position is responsible for building parts and systems from drawings, using standard tools, and ensuring quality in each stage of the build process.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Assemble and align parts, units, and printed circuit boards according to specifications.
• Read and interpret bills of materials and drawings.
• Clean, tag, and mark components and inventory.
• Use hand and power tools to fabricate parts and subassemblies.
• Package completed assemblies for storage or shipment.
• Help train junior assemblers and support cross-functional tasks.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness in the work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Qualifications

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Competency Statement(s)

• Adaptability - Adapts to change, open to new ideas and responsibilities
• Communication - Ability to communicate thoughts clearly, both oral and written in an honest, open and timely manner
• Job Knowledge - Understands facets of job, aware of duties and responsibilities, keeps job knowledge current
• Technical Skill - Possesses the knowledge and skills needed to perform a job or role effectively
• Dependability - Meets deadlines, works independently or in a team environment, is accountable, maintains focus, good attendance record
• Quality - Strives to eliminate errors, accurate work is a priority, seeks opportunities to improve products
• Ethics - Honest, accountable, maintains confidentiality
• Initiative / Take Ownership - Takes action, seeks new opportunities, strives to see projects to completion, meaning own your job and see it through
• Customer Focus - Understands and can meet the needs in a customer-centric (Internal and External) environment and build strong relationships. Promotes a positive image of the company and strives to solve issues raised by customers

Experience and Skills

• 2–4 years of relevant work experience in manufacturing or assembly.
• Proficient with standard assembly tools and materials.
• Ability to read technical drawings and follow specifications.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and be on feet for most of the shift.

Education

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• Technical training in assembly or electronics: Preferred