Solder Assembler - First Shift

Thales Defense & Security, Inc. (TDSI) Headquartered in Clarksburg, MD, is a U.S. company that has been serving domestic and international defense Air, Land and Sea domains for 60 years. With over 1000 employees, TDSI and its three subsidiaries (Tampa Microwave, Advanced Acoustic Concepts, and Trusted Cyber Technologies), supports U.S. Joint Services, special operations forces and multi-national partners with a variety of communication, visualization, electronic warfare, and sensor/sonar capabilities. TDSI's key technologies include tactical handheld radios, expeditionary satellite terminals, helmet-mounted displays, optics and target recognition capability, advanced radars, undersea sensing and missile systems. Lives depend on what we do!

Top Benefits (Subject to terms of applicable policies/plans)

Competitive Salary
• Yearly Incentive Bonus Program
• Medical insurance for self and eligible family members
• Generous 401(k) program - up to 7% company contribution and 100% immediate vesting
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid wellness, vacation, and holiday leave
• Paid maternity, paternity, and parental leave
• 9/80 Work Schedule (every other Friday off)

Thales Defense & Security, Inc. is currently seeking a team player to fill a Solder Assembler role on our first shift at our Clarksburg, Maryland Campus. This role reports to the Manager of Manufacturing.

• Read and build assembly drawing along with the manufacturing work instructions.
• Handle small precision tools, hardware, etc.
• Shall be accountable for quality, quantity and inspection of all work performed.
• Keep team lead informed of any build issues.
• Properly sign in on correct PIDs, complete ESD testing, and follow all manufacturing guidelines and procedures.
• Maintain a neat appearance in their work area, reducing FOD when possible.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• U.S. Citizenship required. - Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
• High school diploma or GED required
• 2 - 4 years of equivalent experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communications - Fluent in English
• Experience with Word, Outlook, Kronos & PeopleSoft.
• Applicant must have familiarity with electronic assemblies, and surface mount assemblies.
• Ability to solder on most products in the factory.
• Able to interpret IPC-A-610 standards for acceptability and customer specifications.
• Ability to comply with all Company guidelines, policies, procedures and embrace Company Core Values.

For specific questions about this job posting, candidates may contact the recruiter at careers@thalesdsi.com.

The hourly pay range for this role is $21.82 - $26.42 USD along with a target incentive compensation plan (ICP) of 3%. The pay range provided is a good faith estimate representative of the experience level for the role described above. TDSI considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Thales champions inclusion and we believe diversity strengthens the fabric of our culture. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer/AA/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. Thales is an E-Verify employer.

Thales is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, age or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need an accommodation or assistance in order to apply for a position with Thales, please call Human Resources at 240-864-7748.

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