JOB SUMMARY
The Engineering Technician supports ICC's manufacturing operations across three operational areas -- Value-Add Assembly (VAD), the warehouse, and overall facility -- reporting to the Manufacturing Engineer. The role delivers hands-on technical support for production equipment, tooling, fixtures, preventive maintenance, and continuous improvement initiatives that directly impact throughput, quality, and operational efficiency.
Working alongside the Manufacturing Engineer and Quality Engineer, this technician bridges the production floor and the warehouse by maintaining equipment uptime, sustaining 5S standards, and advancing lean initiatives across all operational areas. The role reflects ICC's employee-centric, team-based approach to problem solving and commitment to exceeding the expectations of both internal and external customers.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Other duties as assigned.
Equipment & Tooling
- Support daily VAD production by troubleshooting equipment issues, performing root cause analysis, and coordinating corrective actions with the Manufacturing Engineer.
- Partner with the Manufacturing Engineer to evaluate, test, validate, and implement new tooling, fixtures, and semi-automated assembly equipment.
- Execute Preventive Maintenance (PM) programs per established schedules; maintain associated spare parts inventory.
- Utilize optical comparator and other measurement tools to verify fixture, tooling, and component dimensions.
- Maintain calibration records for gauges, torque tools, and measurement equipment in support of QMS requirements.
Quality & Documentation
- Develop and maintain work procedure instructions (WPIs) and setup documentation in support of VAD production routers.
- Support the Quality Engineer in documenting out-of-spec conditions and providing evidence for supplier-related root cause investigations.
- Comply with all applicable elements of the ICC Quality Management System, including AS9100D requirements.
Continuous Improvement & Lean
- Lead 5S audits and sustainment activities across VAD, the warehouse, and facility areas; maintain visual management boards and zone ownership boards.
- Support kaizen events and CI projects initiated by the Manufacturing Engineer or CI Leader.
- Conduct time studies and collect process data (cycle time, yield, downtime) to support improvement initiatives.
- Identify and document waste in warehouse and production workflows; participate in standard work development.
- Participate in tiered huddle boards and escalate improvement opportunities through the CI tracking system.
Compliance & Safety
- Adhere to all ICC policies, ITAR requirements, FAR/DFARS compliance obligations, and applicable quality system elements.
- Maintain clean, safe, and organized work areas across all assigned operational zones in compliance with 5S standards.
Qualifications
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
- High school diploma required; 2-year technical or trade school in engineering or equipment technology preferred.
- 3 years of industry experience in a manufacturing environment required.
- 2--3 years of hands-on tooling, fixture, and production equipment experience required.
SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS:
- ITAR: U.S. Person required. This position requires access to hardware and information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident, Political Asylee, or Refugee.
- Engineering Drawings: Ability to read and interpret 2D engineering drawings and assembly documentation.
- Equipment: Basic PLC troubleshooting or electronic equipment controller experience a plus.
- Lean/CI: Working knowledge of 5S, standard work, visual management, and waste identification.
- Measurement: Proficient with optical comparator, calipers, and standard dimensional measurement tools.
- Systems: Proficient in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint); ERP/database experience a plus.
- Industry: Interconnect, fiber optics, or cable/harness assembly experience a plus.
- Quality Systems: AS9100D/ISO9001 experience a plus.
- Aerospace & Defense: Prior defense or aerospace manufacturing experience a plus.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
While performing the duties of this job the employee is often required to stand, sit, use computers, read, write, type, use copy machines, file paperwork, use telephones, and utilize written and oral communication to interact with clients, co-workers, and customers. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job.
Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers (paperwork, typing, using mouse/keyboard). The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work.)
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. All qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law, are strongly encouraged to apply. Interstate connecting Components and Trek Connect -- Divisions of Heilind Mil-Aero, LLC takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance in employment individuals who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. VEVRAA Federal Contractor
