Maintenance Electronics Technician

Armtec Defense Technologies

Lillington, NC

Full-Time

Job Description

Maintenance Electronics Technician, Armtec Defense Technologies

Armtec Defense Technologies (Armtec) is an operating unit of the Transdigm Group (NYSE: TDG), an industry leader in aerospace and defense products and services. Armtec is comprised of three business units producing subcomponents for ordnance in Coachella, CA; decoy countermeasure flares in Camden AR; and radar countermeasure chaff in Lillington NC. At Armtec, we welcome skilled and enthusiastic people who share our determination and high standards to join us in our mission-critical work supporting the US and allied war-fighters who serve us all by defending democracy and protecting freedom. This position is staffed in Lillington, at Armtec’s world-class, sole-source facility for aerial countermeasure chaff.

Company Profile

Company Name: Armtec Defense Technologies, a subsidiary of Transdigm Corporation

Industry: Aerospace/Defense Products & Services

Number of Employees: 63

Job Overview

Title: Maintenance Electronic Technician

Job Family: Manufacturing 4150

Reports to: Facilities and Engineering Manager

Location: Lillington, North Carolina USA

Type: Full Time

Job Summary

Perform repairs and preventive maintenance of all production and facility equipment
Use various test equipment and be able to interpret PLC ladder logic to troubleshoot production machines and facility systems
Ability to interpret electrical drawings
Lead electronic design, layout, minor drafting, fabrication, assembly, debugging and repairs of electronics, instrumentation, motor controls and pneumatic devices

Lead and/or assist on special projects including building special production equipment as necessary
Lead/assist electrical installations to include conduit runs, wire pulling and terminal landing
Operate a variety of hand tools, power tools and mobile equipment
Machining and/or fabrication (welding) capabilities are a plus
Maintain a clean and organized work area
Complete work orders and preventive maintenance functions in ERP system
Maintain an inspection and preventive maintenance schedule
Requisition parts and materials as needed
On call for rare after-hours emergency service
Perform other plant related activities as directed

Qualifications

Knowledge of safe work practices and ability to act competently in emergencies
Ability to maneuver underneath and/or above equipment in narrow spaces
Must be able to bend, stoop, and reach for potentially long periods
Must be able to stand and walk for up to 10 hours
Capable of operating hand, power and specialized tools
Must be able to climb ladders
Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
Excellent manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination is required
Ability to cope with exposure to noise and dust
The ability to read, write and comprehend the English language, comprehend written and oral directions and follow standard procedures for safety
Ability and willingness to work overtime as needed
Technical and/or mechanical aptitude
Must be able to work well with others
Strong mechanical and manufacturing experience
Working knowledge of machine shop functions to include machining, welding, drilling, cutting, grinding, metal bending and other types of fabrication
Ability to read electrical/electronic schematics and mechanical blueprints
Must be a US person