Manufacturing Technician

Job Description

Job ID#:


226805

Job Category:


Light Industrial/Manufacturing

Position Type:


Associate - W2

Duration:


6 months

Positions Available:


11

We have an outstanding Contract position for a Manufacturing Technician to join a leading Company located in the North Kingstown, RI surrounding area.

Pay Rate: $25.00 - $37.00/hour 

**US Citizenship is required.**

 **Candidate must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.**

We are seeking a Contract Manufacturing (Vehicle Integration) Technician to support operations in Quonset, RI. In this engagement, you will collaborate hands-on with the engineering team across a multidisciplinary workflow to deliver world-class AUV systems. This assignment focuses on assembling complex electromechanical systems and integrating them into final operational hardware.

Job Responsibilities:  

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of engineers and technical specialists on AUV assembly and integration efforts. 
• Build, integrate, and test complex electro-mechanical assemblies into advanced AUV platforms. 
• Route, install, and service high-reliability cabling and wiring harnesses. 
• Design, prototype, and build manufacturing jigs and fixtures to improve build quality and test efficiency. 
• Fabricate and modify machined parts and COTS (commercial off-the-shelf) components as needed. 
• Support all phases of the vehicle development and manufacturing lifecycle, providing direct technical feedback to engineering. 
• Assist in developing, documenting, and optimizing assembly and build workflows. 
• Support the organization, maintenance, and flow of on-site manufacturing areas. 
• Provide potential offshore travel support for field operations and testing as required.

Basic Hiring Criteria:

• 3+ years of relevant mechanical/assembly experience (automotive, marine, aerospace, or industrial equipment). 
• Familiarity with standard fabrication processes, basic hand and power tools, and plastic/metal component manufacturing. 
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively, professionally, and cross-functionally. 
• Solid foundational understanding of hardware manufacturing life cycles. 
• Demonstrated experience working from technical documentation, work instructions, and engineering drawings. 
• Commitment to high build quality and personal accountability for deliverables. 
• Hands-on experience assembling, maintaining, and troubleshooting electromechanical systems. 
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and dependable. 
• Strong verbal and written technical communication skills. 
• High level of initiative, adaptability, and focus on meeting project timelines. 
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.

Desired Qualifications:

• Prior experience in subsea robotics (AUVs, UUVs, or marine/underwater systems). 
• Prior material handling/hoisting experience or MA/RI state hoisting credentials (overhead gantry, rigging). 
• Experience working safely around electrical components up to 400VDC. 
• Proficiency with electrical debugging and test equipment, such as digital multimeters. 
• Manual/CNC machining and/or 3D printing experience.

Benefits offered vary by contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, and affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.

Job Requirements

Minimum Security Clearance:


Secret

Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled 

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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