Assembly Technician

Job Description & ResponsibilitiesWe're looking for an Assembly Technician with prior experience in electromechanical assembly or similar skills; particularly with cable making. You will join a team of technicians at our New York City headquarters who are responsible for all final assembly of our industry-leading Wave Relay products. Successful technicians will gain exposure to all areas of the assembly process, as well as support the quality and safety standards of the company's products. As an Assembly Technician, you will be responsible for turning the company's ideas into finished products for our customers.Position ResponsibilitiesPerforming various assembly tasks in support of the company's Production function including soldering, crimping, cable-making, and other general assembly work.Following established processes and procedures to support the final assembly of products.Assisting with the testing, evaluation, and deployment of productsProviding recommendations for process improvementJob Qualifications & ExperienceMinimum QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalentExperience with assembly tools and materials; must have soldering and cable making experienceStrong electro-mechanical backgroundExperience in a manufacturing/assembly environment; electronics preferredPosition requires strong manual dexterity, including both gross and fine manipulation; ability to assemble products by handWorking knowledge of computer software, including word processing, Internet, and e-mailMust have a United States security clearance or the ability to obtain a United States security clearancePreferred QualificationsAssociate degree in a technical fieldDemonstrated experience with root-cause analysis and troubleshootingDemonstrated experience with quality control and facilitating continuous process improvementTotal compensation for this role can vary from $20 to $22 an hour based on individual qualifications. Eligible for sales incentive compensation plan. Persistent Systems, LLC offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; paid time off (sick time and vacation time); flexible spending accounts; 401(k) plan with company match; fitness membership reimbursement; tuition assistance; mental health benefits; and pet discounts.Company OverviewHeadquartered in New York City since 2007, Persistent Systems, LLC is a global communications technology company which develops, manufactures, and integrates a patented and secure Mobile Ad Hoc Networking (MANET) system: Wave Relay. The company's industry leading R& D team has designed wireless networking protocols to support their cutting-edge Wave Relay system and technology. Wave Relay can run data, video, voice and other applications under the most difficult and unpredictable conditions. Their suite of products is field proven and utilized in Commercial, Military, Government, Industrial, Agriculture, Robotics, and Unmanned System markets.Equal Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identityMinimum Salary: 0.00 Maximum Salary: 0.00 Salary Unit: Yearly