Production Technician

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The Gogo Production Technician employee performs functions associated with all manufacturing operations, including working with engineers in set-up and calibration tasks, as well as performing rework and quality testing related to the production of parts, components, subassemblies and final assemblies. You will use sophisticated programs to collect and evaluate operating data to conduct in-line adjustments to products, instruments or equipment. The Production Technician determines and may assist in developing methods and procedures to control or modify the manufacturing process. You will work with engineers in conducting experiments.

We are looking for a detailed, reliable and motivated individual who wants to join our awesome operations team!

COME ON BOARD THE GOGO PRODUCTION TEAM!

How will you make a difference?

• Assist with maintaining AS9100 production test requirements and certification
• Understand and assist with any inventory transactions and data recording required to produce Gogo’s products
• Help with physical inventory requirements as required
• Train fellow Production Technicians and new hires
• Demonstrate a continuous improvement mindset and provide feedback on the production floor
• Collaborate and contribute to new product introduction (NPI) and continuous improvement projects
• Document failures and learn from past mistakes

Assembly Focus:

• Learn, understand, and use the processes and procedures for producing products
• Aid in the timely completion of manufactured assemblies while maintaining the highest quality levels of workmanship
• Assemble/disassemble, repair or replace subassemblies and/or assemblies to produce an acceptable product without damage to components or assemblies

Testing Focus:

• Work with team in the provisioning of products to prepare them for testing
• Inspect and test, per required Manufacturing Test Procedure (MTP) or Manufacturing Work Instructions (MWI) to finalize a high quality product
• Test customer-returned products
• Troubleshoot failed product to determine the failed sub-component
• Recognize and act accordingly to differences between production and rework processes and units

Qualifications  

• High school diploma or equivalent with additional specialized technical training equivalent to a Technical Associate degree
• 1-3 years of related experience in an electronics assembly operation in an assembly/repair capacity and/or in testing electronic products 
• This is a safety-sensitive position. Position is subject to a drug test to be hired and random drug testing

Required Experience, Skills and Talents

• Demonstrate a basic understanding for electro-mechanical assemblies and corresponding systems
• Good communication skills. Ability to read written and/or verbal instructions
• Familiar with ISO9000/9001 (AS9100 preferred) production test requirements

Preferred Experience, Skills & Talents

• Computer literacy preferred
• Certified to JSTD and/or IPC standards preferred
• Experience with Agile PLM and Navision ERP systems preferred

FAA Safety Sensitive Notice

This is a safety sensitive role that will require pre-employment drug test and random testing throughout your employment.

Equal Pay Disclosure(s)

Base Pay:

Target Annual Short-Term Incentive:

Eligible for Incentive Stock Program:

Benefits:

Gogo offers competitive benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage with plans that can fit each employee’s needs. We offer an immediate vesting 401k plan, paid time off and volunteer time off. Employees have the option to participate in an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Visit the Careers page on our website for more information at www.gogoair.com/careers.

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Gogo is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, working in compliance with both federal and state laws. We are committed to the concept of Equal Employment opportunity.

Qualified candidates will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, marital status, medical condition, or disability.  

The EEO is the law and is available here. Gogo participates in E-Verify (English and Spanish). Right to Work Statement (English and Spanish).