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Company Information:
Elbit America is a leading provider of high-performance products, system solutions, and support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, commercial aviation, and medical instrumentation markets. With facilities throughout the United States, Elbit Systems of America is dedicated to supporting those who contribute daily to the safety and security of the United States. Elbit Systems of America, LLC is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESLT and TASE: ESLT), a global high-technology company engaged in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and commercial applications. For additional information, visit: ElbitAmerica.com or follow us on YouTube.
Fueled by more than 800 talented employees and a proud 65-year legacy of night vision production excellence, Elbit America's Warfighter Systems business is rooted in the heart of Virginia's Roanoke Valley. Surrounded by the scenic beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains, you'll find a unique blend of southern hospitality, outdoor adventure, and the energy of a thriving city - all alongside a purpose you can be proud of coming to work each day.
As a world leader in low-light sensor technology, the Warfighter Systems team is engineering the future of image intensifiers and night vision goggle systems as we enter a new era of the networked battlespace. Trusted by the U.S. and nearly 100 allied countries, our technology provides support to those in harm's way during the most critical moments with one goal in mind: bring them home safely.
The work our employees perform each day plays a direct role in national security, and our shared purpose is what truly makes Warfighter Systems so extraordinary. Come join our collaborative team where each voice is valued in a setting where you can thrive, develop, and make a true impact!
Job Summary:
The role as a Product Transition Technician is focused on implementing tactics designed to establish new product lines. Product Transition personnel are a critical means of collaboration between Product Development and Operations; and are members of each integrated product team.
The Product Transition Sr. Technician will conduct engineering tests and lean six sigma analyses, design fixtures and processes, and build/evaluate prototypes. Responsibilities include troubleshooting product, process and equipment issues, performing fault isolation, and working with complex machines or computer-controlled systems. The Technician will also assemble, adjust, repair, calibrate, and operate equipment using layout plans, blueprints, sketches, and technical manuals.
Meticulous documentation is essential, recording record process steps, results, findings, and communicate effectively with engineering staff, design leads, and facility personnel. Other duties as required by the department manager.
Key Responsibilities
Perform engineering tests and analyze data to support process development and optimization
Troubleshoot processes and equipment, identifying root causes of issues
Collaborate with Operations to ensure designs meet cost and manufacturability targets and to schedule use of production equipment
Participate in peer reviews and contribute insights on manufacturing capability, potential failure modes, process controls, and process qualification
Required Qualifications

• Associate degree in Engineering Technology or equivalent experience
  • If related experience we can consider 2 - 3 years to replace Associates
• 5+ years of related hands-on technical experience
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Effective written and verbal communication
• Effective interpersonal skills (team player) and trainer
• Ability to perform process engineering tasks appropriate to experience
• Soldering Certified or ability to certify
• Electronics experience
• Ability to comply with OSHA, EPA, fire regulations, and company policies
• Computer literacy
  • MS Office
  • Preferred - CAD experience, Windchill, Cadence

Preferred Experience

• Vacuum technologies and semiconductor processing
• Clean room operations
• Night Vision goggle assembly and test; optics skills
• Familiarity with use of low power microscopes
• MIL-STD familiarity
• Mechanically and electrically capable
• Able to use hand tools, precision gauges and test equipment
• Lean Six Sigma certification: Green Belt or higher

Why Roanoke, Virginia?

• Lower cost of living
• Family-friendly area
• Career and economic growth
• Scenic beauty
• Outdoor enthusiast's dream

Here Are Some of the Great Benefits We Offer:

• Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off
• Competitive compensation & 401(k) program to plan for your future
• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
• Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
• Flexible Vacation & PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous Employee Referral Program
• Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identity Theft, Pet Insurance, and more
• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not an employment contract. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Elbit America is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
The salary range listed for this position reflects the anticipated base pay range for this role. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including skills, experience, education, certifications, business needs, internal equity, and geographic location. Compensation may vary in different locations based on market conditions and cost-of-labor considerations.
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