Senior RF Technician/ Electro Mechanical Assembler - Johnson Service Group

JSG is seeking an onsite Senior RF Technician/ Electro Mechanical Assembler for our client in Los Angeles, CA. This is a contractor to full-time hire opportunity.  
  Summary

• Assembles, tests and debugs RF instruments
• Assists in development of new products and manufacturing processes
• Assists in the writing of work instructions for assembly procedures
• Assists in inspection of assemblies and subassemblies to meet IPC-A-610 Class III standards

Specific Responsibilities

• Assembles, tests and debugs RF instrumentation
  • Reads and follows technical assembly documentation, including flowcharts
  • Uses assembly drawings to fabricate electronic assemblies, subassemblies, products or systems including PC boards to IPC 610 Class III workmanship standards
  • Uses Vector Network Analyzer and Digital Oscilloscope to measure product characteristics
  • Trouble shoots assembly problems
• Inspects and prepares parts prior to assembly
  • Attention to detail
• Performs assembly rework as required
• Conducts manufacturing inspections of completed assemblies for special projects
• Maintains records, logs, and other related documentation
• Inventories parts and materials and communicates inventory to supervisor
• Cleans and maintains work area per policies and housekeeping rules
• Assists in assembly problem resolution for special projects
• Checks process and work orders to ensure work is completed on schedule
• Assists and/or trains other assemblers as needed
• Provides suggestions and solutions to assembly problems and quality improvements for special projects
  • Good attention to detail focusing on minimizing defects
  • Communicates product and documentation improvement recommendations
• Maintains regular and predictable attendance
• Maintains quality output while meeting product line production requirements
• Performs any task or duty required or directed by line supervisors, the Manufacturing Engineer, the Operations Vice President, or Senior Management

Required Skills:

• Must be able to work independently and in a team atmosphere
• Proficient in use of Vector Network Analyzer and Digital Oscilloscope
  • Basic knowledge of RF test and measurement systems
  • Supports engineering activities (test, design, fabrication and assembly)
• Reading comprehension skills to understand work orders and written instructions in English
  • Able to write clearly and concisely in English
  • Able to clearly interpret CAD drawings, flowcharts, schematics, and assembly procedures
• Verbal communication skills in English to exchange information with co-workers and supervisor
  • Able to effectively communicate production issues with others in the organization
• Interpersonal skills to cooperate and work effectively with others
• Proficient math skills to perform basic calculations
• Good attention to detail
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)
• Experienced hand solder
• Proficient with hand tools
• Ability to trouble shoot and repair 

Education, Experience, Citizenship and Other Requirements

• Minimum high school diploma with technical training (Associate’s degree or equivalent from two-year college or trade school preferred) – electronics, computer science, IT, network technologies or a related field
• Applicant must be a US Citizen
• Ability to work overtime as required
• Satisfactory background check
• Minimum 5 years as RF Technician with electromechanical assembly experience -

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 regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• The employee must have good motor skills and dexterity
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision

Work Environment – The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the 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 is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

Salary $36/hr - 60/hr.  

** Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.