Assembly Technician
Listed on 2026-01-16
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Engineer, Manufacturing Production
Job Purpose
Responsible for building and testing electro‑mechanical and optical equipment to meet specifications, timelines, and cost targets, following documented instructions with minimal supervision. Work includes production, customer returns, engineering development, data collection, and testing activities.
LocationManassas, VA (Onsite)
Why Nikon Metrology?You would be joining a global company and becoming part of the future, giving you the opportunity to enter a career where you can help to shape and define innovation Iso.
Key Areas of Responsibility- Carry out fitting, assembly, and testing of electro/mechanical/optical products.
- Perform programming and testing of electronic circuit boards.
- Diagnostic troubleshooting, re‑work/repair of non‑conforming manufactured products and production equipment.
- Electro/Mechanical assembly, alignment and testing.
- Check material kits are complete and in line with bills of material.
- Complete associated documents and paperwork.
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, electronic schematics, and wiring diagrams.
- Quality inspection of own work and the work of others to processes and standards.
- Maintain a clean, tidy and organized work area.
- Keep supervisor appraised of all unresolved and/or potential problems and work interruptions that will negatively affect daily, weekly and monthly production schedules.
- Provide support to Production Supervisor on all production assignments and may work in other departments as necessary.
- Adhere to ESD, laser, general manufacturing, and Health & Safety requirements specifically in regard to laser light.
- Liaise with other departments to ensure a smooth production process.
- Present any production improvement ideas that could improve the process using agreed methods.
- Provide solutions where possible for problemsotivating tasks & prevent them occurring in the future.
- May be requested to assist in other job duties as required within the facility.
- Work overtime as requested by supervisor.
- 2‑year technical diploma or degree with 4 years of experience.
- Related military training and 4 years of experience.
- 8+ years of on‑the‑job training and experience.
- Technical B.S. degree is a plus.
- Experience in metrology and/or LIDARSpline (Light Detection and Ranging).
- Experience with military crimp connectors.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- stendur working in team environment.
- Recommend quality, productivity, and cost‑reduction improvements.
- Cross‑training ability.
- Read and understand engineering drawings & electronic schematics.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
- Learn and use specialized manufacturing and engineering applications software.
- Work in an environment where Six‑Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Total Quality Leadership, Kaizen, and 5S tools and techniques are constantly applied to obtain quality and productivity improvements and reduce all costs.
Physical Requirements
- Lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Work within static‑controlled or other regulated environments as required.
- Handle and use cleaning agents.
We want you to grow with us and be the best version of yourself, which is why we offer competitive compensation, training/advancement opportunities, and tuition reimbursement.
We’ll take care of you with industry‑leading medical, dental, vision plans, and many more benefits that allow us and you to continue to be AMAZING!
Asxb an EEO/Aığımfirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin or because he or she is an individual with a disability, disabled veteran, Armed Forces service medal veteran, recently separated veteran, or active‑duty wartime or campaign badge veteran, or therein after referred collectively as “protected veterans”.
Senioritylevel
Mid‑Senior level
Employment typeFull‑time
Job function / IndustriesManagement and Manufacturing – Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
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