Craftsman Wire Harness Technician

* 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 * Participate in test or project events as assigned by Manager * Follow engineering guidance, technical orders, work instructions, and drawings * Perform moderately complex assembly/test functions utilizing mechanical skills, hand and power tools, test equipment, and inspection measurement equipment in a manufacturing environment (OJT) * Perform and inspect wire terminations and wire harness assembly (OJT) * Produce and inspect assemblies conforming to customer specifications (OJT) * Assemble and/or solder per customer and/or 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) * Ability to operate braiding and wire cutting machines (OJT) * Basic understanding of Electrostatic Sensitive Damage to electronic components (OJT) * Train and assist other technicians on techniques and procedures * Build/assemble electrical components according to designs, specifications, and work instructions * 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 damage (FOD) free work area * 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) * Document records identifying compliance with assigned tasks regarding wire harness manufacturing * Report status and results * Maintain a clean work area * Work unsupervised at times * Other duties as assigned **Education/Training:** * High School diploma or equivalent required * Associate’s Degree preferred * IPC/WHMA-A-620 and IPC J-STD-001 Certification preferred **Experience:** * 3-10 years of professional experience in the required task area * Ability to operate braiding and wire cutting machines (OJT) * Wiring experience on aircraft and/or U.S. military aircraft maintenance preferred * Familiarity with schematics, logic drawings, layouts, wire lists, and prints desired * Ability to use various hand tools, soldering equipment, and machinery required * Impeccable organizational skills and attention to detail required * Basic understanding of electrical circuits preferred * Wire termination experience using DMC Tools “Daniels Kit” style tools preferred * Knowledge of cable assembly procedures desired * Ability to communicate clearly and effectively required * 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 * Capable of standing for long periods of time required * Able to work cross functionally in other areas as needed * Ability to identify/assign priorities based on time constraints and resources available required * Basic understanding of Electrostatic Sensitive Damage to electronic components (OJT) * Must be able to perform business travel; Travel may involve multiple days/weeks (less than 10%) * Knowledge on Common Tool Kits use **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 * Able to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, work inverted at times, work in tight and confined spaces (with provided training), reach with hands and arms, grasp, handle and operate hand/power tools and machine controls * Perform frequent wrist, hand, and finger movements * Must be able to visually inspect equipment, wire, harnesses, tooling, and machines * Prolonged periods of computer screen use, while sitting or standing at a desk * Adhere to all safety protocols, including wearing appropriate safety gear (e.g., eyewear, gloves, masks, hearing protection, respirator, etc.) for the assigned task * Able to safely lift and carry up to 25 pounds at a time * 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 **Salary:**  The projected salary range for this position is $21-27/hr. This is not a guarantee of compensation, rather actual salary will be based on experience, qualifications, and applicable certifications or degrees held. Offered salary may fall outside of this range.