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Summary:

This is a key position to support Engineering and be a solutions provider for any assembly, prototyping, and manufacturing of Traveling Wave Tubes "TWT", Power Tubes and Power Supplies. The ideal candidate will be mechanically inclined, process oriented, have outstanding attention to detail, and be strongly ingenious and proactive. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties should be anticipated. Works closely with engineering to build and develop prototypes of TWTs, PTs and HVPSs. Build, repair and troubleshoot production and prototype assemblies. Provide technical expertise to production team members. Works with and assists production as required. Work with engineering to develop and implement process improvements Ensures quality control. Provide training to assembly staff. Promote and Encourage understanding and use of the

ISO 9001

based Quality Management System.

Education/Experience/Technical Knowledge:

Two-year degree or certificate from a post-secondary technical school or college with a concentration in electronic theory or electronic technology preferred. Ability to accurately read and interpret technical drawings including blueprints and schematics. 2+ years of experience in a relevant manufacturing environment or equivalent Good mechanical assembly and soldering skills

Language Ability:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instruction, and procedure manuals composed in English. Ability to compose routine reports and correspondence in English. Ability to speak effectively with employees of the organization.

Math Ability:

Basic math skills required including ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills:

Basic computer skills required, including word processing, spread sheets, MRP and database software applications; ability to follow computer generated work orders.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee works in a high-tech manufacturing environment with moderate to loud noise levels. The employee works near moving mechanical parts; works in places with fumes, airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. Some areas carry a limited risk of electrical shock. Various PPE devices & equipment such safety glasses are required. May work in a clean room environment and is required to wear clean room uniform.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distant vision, ability to distinguish color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit.[1] Ability to maintain reliable, regular daily presence at the company's site of operations during normal business hours. 1 [1] The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel assigned to this job. This position is at will, which means that either the employee or Photonis may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice and for any reason or no reason.

Pay:

$50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Ability to

Commute:

Lancaster, PA 17601 (Required)

Work Location:

In person