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The East Granby, CT team is seeking a Manufacturing Technician for Coil Winding in our Sensors group. This position is responsible for ensuring delicate optical fiber coils are precisely shaped by machinery and requires sustained attention to minute detail. The team works together in a controlled environment that requires gowning. Specific responsibilities include:

• Manufacture optical fiber coils for use in gyroscopes
• Start and run computer controlled machines/equipment
• Work per standard operation procedures
• Document the manufacturing process as required
• Inspect parts/coils under microscope
• Perform basic fiber test to coil packs
• Perform basic equipment maintenance
• Troubleshoot equipment as needed
• Assist engineers as needed
• Cross-training in other areas as needed

The job requires access to defense articles and related technical data subject to the International Traffic and Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) 22 C.F.R. §§ 120-130. Therefore applicants must be U.S. persons as the term is defined in ITAR § 120.15.

Education and Work Experience:

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience or practice executing delicate tasks with small, fragile parts such as in fiber coil winding (ideal) or other work/activities such as watch/jewelry making or repairs
• Computer literacy including data entry in Excel
• Ability to see details at close range
• Excellent hand to eye coordination
• Must be a U.S. citizen

Desired Qualifications:

• Optical fiber coiling or handling experience
• Experience with inspection or working with precision under microscope
• Process documentation experience