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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
· Face-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 ($20-20) for entry level. The benefit includes eligibility to participate in 1 of 3 different BCBS of IL medical plans, Dental (SunLife) Vision (EyeMed), Life and Disability Insurance, 401(k) with a generous 6% match on a 6% contribution, 11 Paid Holidays, 5 paid Sick Days (based on a full year of employment). Vacation time accruals.
Job Title–Mechanical Assembler-Energetics
To assemble 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. Make intricate fittings, detailed epoxy mixing and application, use digital scales with an understanding that quality and accuracy are paramount.
Essential Job Functions:
1. Ability to use basic hand tools in order to build and troubleshoot ordnance and pyrotechnic assemblies.
2. Attention to detail when using digital scales, measuring devices, and microscopes for small intricate amounts and sizes.
3. Ability to follow work instructions, procedures and drawings while maintaining government and aerospace industry standards.
4. Comfortable working with microscopes small components with large manufacturing lots
Basic Requirements:
1. Excellent fine motor-skills to work with very small devices, microscopes and tools.
2. Attention to details when measuring and loading energetic materials.
3. Attention to Details when filling out assembly paperwork. Individual operators performing procedural steps are ultimately accountable for the integrity of assembly paperwork.
(Complete job description available upon request)
Working with industries where our parts are used, we fall under multiple regulatory agencies. All CED Employees must meet the following minimum requirements.
· Missile Defense Agency requires our employees be US Citizen, US Person (permanent resident or granted status as a “protected person” under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) (refugee and asylum recipients)
· Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco and Firearms requiring a stringent background screening
· Federal Aviation Administration – mandated drug testing program (prohibits drugs, including marijuana)
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.
The “Know Your Rights” Poster is available here: EEO Know Your Rights
CED’s EEO Policy Statement is available here: EEO Policy Statement
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 [email protected] or call 630-969-0620 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
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