Swing Shift Supervisor in Kirkland, Washington at Echodyne
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Kirkland, Washington, United States
Position Title: Swing Shift Supervisor
Echodyne offers the worlds first compact solid-state true beam-steering radar for a wide range of industries and applications. Our high-performance radars work in all weather and are designed for autonomous vehicles, uncrewed aircraft & drones, and security of borders, critical infrastructure, and smart cities. The company combines the patented technology of metamaterials with powerful software to create a radar sensor with unprecedented performance at commercial price points. Echodyne offers its radars to companies working in Automotive, Transportation, Critical Infrastructure Protection, Border Security, Smart Cities, Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS), and Airspace Management including Urban Air Mobility (UTM).
In this position, you will lead a team of production technicians, providing supervision and leadership while also contributing directly to production activities.
Shift: 1:30 pm to 10:00 pm PT
RESPONSIBILITIES- Shift lead/supervisor:
- Lead a team of technicians engaged in assembly and test in a production environment
- Provide job assignments and resolve issues
- Assembly, test, rework, and repair of radars electronic devices and accessories
- Testing, tuning, and repair of circuit board assemblies, radar subsystems, and final assemblies
- Collaborate with Mfg/Test Engr, Product Development Engr and other teams as needed to support production and product development goals
- Other related tasks required to fulfill the needs of the business
- Associates degree in technical field or formal training in electronics such as military or trade school
- 5 or more years experience in electronics manufacturing and test environment
- Previous lead or supervisory experience in a production environment
- Supervisory or lead experience within a production environment
- Experience/ability with assembly and test of sensitive and delicate electronic devices. Ability to follow assembly, test, and rework documentation
- Proficiency with RF electronics test equipment such as O-scopes, signal generators, multimeters, power supplies, etc.
- Familiarity with ESD control program processes and materials
- Collaborate with engineers and other co-workers to review, improve, and document processes
- Comfortable with Microsoft Office products
- Experience in lean manufacturing (6S, kanban systems, etc.)
- Must be able to regularly lift, carry and move equipment, occasionally up to 50 pounds
- Ability to effectively communicate technical concepts, both verbally and in writing, to colleagues and team members
(Looking for one or more as a complement to the core skills)
- IPC Solder Certification desired
- Ability to read and understand engineering documentation such as circuit schematics and to identify components based on their schematic representation
- Ability to assist in creation, editing, and improvement of production assembly and test documentation
- Proficiency in basic PCBA debug rework, and repair (soldering)
WHAT WE OFFEREchodynes technology is export controlled by the U.S. Government and we must evaluate an applicants eligibility to handle export-controlled information or obtain required Government authorizations. Therefore, we will ask you as part of the application process to identify whether you are a U.S. Citizen or green card holder, or have asylum/refugee status in the U.S.
- 10% pay differential for working overnight shift
If your skills generally align but not perfectly, please apply anyway. There may be another role thats a great fit for you!
We offer competitive compensation and benefits to our full-time, US-based employees, including:
- RSU (Restricted Stock Units)
- Generous Benefits:
- Fully-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums for you
- Choice of PPO or HDHP/HSA
- Virtual Care 98Point6
- Employee Assistance Program
- Mental Health coverage through Springhealth & Talkspace (Premera)
- Travel Assistance Insurance
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Company Paid Short & Long Term Disability
- Flexible PTO (exempt) / 15 days per year (non-exempt)
- 401(k) match
- Pet Insurance
- Prepaid Legal Program
- Commuter Benefits
- Paid Company Holidays
All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by law.