Craftsman Wire Harness Technician

Expertise and Functions

• Provide support to either Program/Project Manager in the areas of project scheduling, data gathering/analyses, database manipulation or population, preparation of technical/project reports or briefings, test plans and reports, and associated documentation, test or validation/verification assistance
• Oversee/perform test or project events as assigned by Program Manager or Engineering supervisor, report status and results
• Follow engineering guidance, technical orders, and drawings
• Perform and oversee moderately complex assembly/test functions utilizing mechanical skills, hand and power tools, test equipment, and inspection measurement equipment in a manufacturing environment
• Perform and inspect wire terminations and wire harness assembly (OJT)
• Produce and inspect assemblies conforming to customer specifications (OJT)
• Assemble, test, and solder as required per customer/industry standards (OJT)
• Perform electrical checkout of manufactured wire harnesses (OJT)
• Document records identifying compliance with assigned tasks regarding wire harness manufacturing (OJT)
• Establish, organize & maintain detailed inventory of government, customer and KIHOMAC property (OJT)
• Lay out/assemble units for production according to designs, specifications, and work instructions (OJT)
• Modify equipment by adding, removing, or altering components as per predetermined processes (OJT)
• Maintain high ethical/professional standards of performance, demeanor, and judgment always
• Observe all safety rules and maintains a foreign object debris (FOD) free work area
• Train and assist other technicians on techniques and procedures
• Attend meetings and conferences to represent section
• Communicate with vendors to acquire quotes for hardware and materials (OJT)
• Perform hardware procurement through purchase requests (OJT)
• Report status and results
• Maintain a clean work area
• Work unsupervised at times
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Education/Training:

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Associate’s Degree in management or technical/scientific discipline preferred
• IPC/WHMA-A-620 and IPC J-STD-001 Certification preferred
  
  

Experience:

• 3+ years of professional experience in the required task area required
• U.S. military aircraft maintenance and wiring experience preferred
• Familiarity with schematics, logic drawings, layouts, wire lists, and prints preferred
• Ability to use various hand tools, soldering equipment, and machinery preferred
• Impeccable organizational skills and attention to detail a must
• Basic understanding of electrical circuits preferred
• Wire termination experience using DMC Tools - “Daniels Kit” - style tools preferred
• Knowledge of cable assembly procedures preferred
• Familiarity with USAF TO 1-1A-14 (AKA NAVAIR 01-1A-505-1 or TM 1-1500-323-21-1) preferred
• Basic knowledge of IPC/WHMA-A-620 and IPC J-STD-001 preferred
• Basic knowledge of IPC/WHMA-A-640 fiber optic cable harness preferred

Security:

• Must be a US citizen
• Ability to obtain a security clearance may be required

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking, able to bend, stretch, work with hands, push, pull, and move as needed to reach, clean, and service machinery
• Must be able to visually inspect machines
• Must be able to wear required safety equipment such as gloves, safety glasses, and respirator as needed
• Must be able to regularly lift and carry up to 25 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources