What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Assembly Technician position at American Rheinmetall?
American Rheinmetall is a leader in the design, development, and production of advanced tracked and wheeled vehicles, vehicle systems, and critical components that support U.S. military modernization. Our expertise spans electronic and mechanical systems, fabricated structures, armored products, rubber solutions, and track systems, delivering reliable innovation to both defense and commercial markets. As part of the global Rheinmetall family, we combine proven heritage with forward-looking technology to provide solutions that defend and feed the world.
Job Summary:
The Prototype Center Electrical Technician will work within the American Rheinmetall (AR) engineering team focused on performing vehicle electrical harness, electronic equipment assembly and vehicle assembly tasks on prototype vehicles and systems to meet schedule, budget and quality expectation of customer.
Essential Functions:
- Working with partners and teammates to assemble AR’s combat vehicle electrical, electronic, prototype equipment and systems.
- Experience performing electrical assembly tasks on military vehicles that include harness assembly and repair (open and molded), electronic circuit board assembly, and support to mechanical assembly of major vehicle systems such as chassis, turret, weapon systems, armor systems, drive systems, and power pack.
- Must be able to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, manuals, 3D models, specifications sketches, job orders, planning documents and engineering drawings.
- Experience soldering of connectors, circuit boards, and terminals. IPC certification is a plus.
- High Voltage system experience such as harness fabrication, motor system operation, High Voltage safety, and system troubleshooting. (>50 V, AC and DC, single and multi-phase).
- Ability to perform assembly tasks from design drawing and written or verbal work instruction.
- Experience with assembly of military connectors including D38999, MS5015, M82723, M85049, M3100, Deutsch series.
- Working knowledge of electrical assembly hand tools, DMC crimpers, power tools, soldering assembly and repair tools, etc.
- Proven safety record in performing electrical assembly operations during career.
- Ability to adapt positively to changes and rework during assembly tasks.
- Proven history of offering input on design and assembly improvements.
- Ability to work independently.
- Essential functions should reflect and reinforce the values of the organization: Integrity & Accountability; Teamwork; Communication; Quality & Continuous Improvement
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None
Minimum Qualifications:
- Soldering and crimping electrical contacts.
- Experience in fabricating / repairing electrical harnesses.
- Working knowledge of electrical harness assembly and the hand tools, crimpers, soldering tools, required.
- Experience with High Voltage systems (generators, harnesses, motors, electronics).
- Must be able to read and interpret electrical and mechanical blueprints, drawings, manuals, specifications sketches, job orders, planning documents and engineering drawings.
- Ability to perform assembly tasks from design drawing and written or verbal work instruction.
Education & Experience
- High School Diploma or GED
- Electronics certifications such as CET, IND, IPC, AVN.
- Higher Education Degree is a plus.
Background Prerequisites:
Must undergo and meet company standards for background check, employment verification, reference checks, physical, and controlled substance testing.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Military vehicle assembly or military vehicle modification experience.
- Familiarity with high voltage electrical systems and electrical harness fabrication / installation in vehicles.
- Fork Truck, Crane, and basic machine shop equipment skill with certifications.
- Experience in driving/operating of military vehicles.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
With or without reasonable accommodation requires the physical and mental capacity to perform effectively all essential functions. In addition to other demands, the demands of the job include:
- Rigging, lifting, and transporting parts and equipment occasionally.
- Requires standing for extended periods of time continuously.
- Lifting or carrying weight up to 50 pounds unassisted and pushing or pulling weight up to 25 pounds unassisted can occur Frequently.
- Requires hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity continuously.
- Climbing into and onto vehicles or mock-ups with limited physical space frequently.
- Will be required to handle regulated and hazardous wastes and materials occasionally.
- Must be able to become certified to wear a respirator occasionally.
- Requires hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity continuously.
- Climbing into and onto vehicles or mock-ups with limited physical space frequently.
- Will be required to handle regulated and hazardous wastes and materials occasionally.
- Must be able to become certified to wear a respirator occasionally.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
American Rheinmetall provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or marital status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.