Mechanical Assembler

Multiple Positions Available

Be part of a growing team. Join Chemring Energetic Devices (CED) as we build products that protect our Country, protect the individual warfighter, and send rockets into outer space. CED is well situated in Downers Grove, Illinois. We are located a commuter train ride West of the of Chicago and a short drive from farmland.

• Exciting growth – Our work supports major space and defense programs.
• Impactful work – help manufacture components critical to national security
• Fast-paced environment
• Join a high-performing team in a thriving industry
• Ready to make an impact? Apply today to be part of our mission-critical team.

CED strives to pay a competitive wage in the industry and regional market. The pay range for this position is $20/hr to $26.50/hr and is eligible to participate in our discretionary bonus program. CED's benefits offering includes eligibility to participate in choice of 3 medical plans, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance, 401(k) with a generous 6% match, 11 Paid Holidays, 5 paid Sick Days (based on a full year of employment), and paid vacation

As a Mechanical Assembler
, you will be responsible for assembling small electro-explosive units with a number of detailed parts, following standardized methods. Follow detailed procedures for NASA, Space

X, and other aerospace industry leaders. Assemble hardware from scratch using parts list, custom tooling, and pneumatic press crimping, making intricate fittings.

• Ability to use basic hand tools to build and troubleshoot ordnance and pyrotechnic assemblies.
• Attention to detail when using digital scales, measuring devices, and microscopes for small intricate amounts and sizes.
• Ability to follow work instructions, procedures and drawings while maintaining government and aerospace industry standards.
• Attention to detail when filling out assembly paperwork. Individual operators performing procedural steps are ultimately accountable for the integrity of assembly paperwork.

• Function effectively in a multi-tasking, fast-paced environment
• Excellent fine motor skills to work with very small devices, microscopes, and tools.
• Work effectively with personnel from all levels of the company
• Must be highly motivated and able to work independently.
• Must be eligible to possess explosive under the Safe Explosives Act of 2003 (as amended) as required by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (ATF) for all employees of Chemring Energetic Devices.

Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or otherwise moving objects, weighing up to 25 pounds occasionally and/or a negligible amount of weight frequently. Involves sitting much of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential job functions of this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Employees will be expected to perform other job functions and duties as may be needed and/or required.

Chemring Energetic Devices is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected characteristics.

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Chemring Energetic Devices is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to Human Resources at or call and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.