ConexSmart Technician

ConexSmart’s technicians play a critical role in the production of complex wire harnesses used in aerospace and defense applications. This position is responsible for ensuring all assemblies meet engineering specifications and quality standards.

This role offers the opportunity to directly support industries that save lives and push the boundaries of technology. Success in this position is defined by your ability to learn, adapt, and continually improve both quality and efficiency. Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills are essential.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, self-motivated, and demonstrates sound judgment. A commitment to excellence, a strong work ethic, and a desire to grow professionally are key traits for thriving in this role. Training is provided, but a passion for learning and continuous improvement is expected.

Minimum Qualifications 

Education:

• High school dipoma/GED is preferred.

Experience:

• Experience in wire harness production, aerospace manufacturing, or a similar field is preferred.

Knowledge:

• Working knowledge of soldering, wire crimping and testing equipment is preferred.

Skills:

• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills, and be able to read, comprehend and create written and verbal instruction in English.
• Excellent collaboration skills, with the ability to work well both individually and in a team setting, are required.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in all aspects of production to ensure financial and customer requirements are met.
• Demonstrate outstanding abilities in conflict resolution, leadership presence, and organizational management.
• Develop strategy to grow technically and manufacture harnesses with higher quality.
• Demonstrate ability to inspect and identify non-compliant products and processes.
• Develop strategy to support team development and rate manufacturing environment.
• Handle any material types issued to production.
• Track project completion timelines to support on time delivery.
• Ensure manufacturing tools and equipment function properly.
• Create a safe work environment for production teams.
• Participate and support company sponsored initiatives such as ISO:9001 and AS:9100 Quality Standards, Lean Manufacturing and Employee Safety.

Other responsibilities, initiatives and ad-hoc projects as required. 

Internal and External Relationships

This position will work closely with ConexSmart’s quality and engineering departments, along with other technicians.

Physical Requirements 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Lift up to 50 pounds unassisted and 50+ pounds with assistance.
• Operate a pallet jack with training.
• Utilize ladders and step stools as needed to reach high items.
• Withstand sustained periods of standing, sitting, walking, bending, and kneeling.
• Use a high level of manual dexterity.
• Use close vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception, and adjust focus.

The noise level in the work environment is generally low. 

About Us

ConexSmart’s Engineering Technician is a dynamic team player who uses math and science to solve complex technical problems in the avionics industry. This position joins a team who enjoys developing new products, providing maintenance to current products, enhancing the use and design of existing products, and improving efficiencies across the organization.

Job Summary 

This position is instrumental in managing, enhancing, and strengthening our internal Quality Management System by managing and optimizing our internal and external quality processes, procedures, and documentation. This position’s primary focus is to assist, contribute, and execute the team’s strategic plans for Quality Management System stability and improvement.  

Quality Manager is a dynamic, adaptable, open-minded problem solver with analytical, communication, and management skills suited for individual and team contribution. This position is an integral part in sustaining and improving our quality system for expansion within our current industry and penetration into new industries. This position enjoys the inherent challenges of improving and stabilizing quality management systems and manufacturing processes in a diverse, dynamic, and growing organization. This position has a strong influence on the fundamental principles of the deployed quality management system and leads many initiatives related to the enhancement of internal and external manufacturing and quality processes.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or relevant field

Experience:

• 5-10 years of experience in quality or manufacturing environment

Knowledge:

• Previous experience in the connector or wire and cable industry (preferred)
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 standards
• Knowledge of AS9100 standards (preferred)
• Ability to read drawings, specifications, acceptance test procedures, etc.
• Proficient in MS Office

Skills:

• Strong oral and written communication and presentation skills (technical and nontechnical concepts)
• Excellent leadership skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Results-oriented with strong analytical skills
• Ability to work well independently and part of a team
• Ability to work effectively under stressful and dynamic environments
• Ability to motivate team members in a creative and effective manner

Job Responsibilities

• Direct daily operations of department, analyzing workflow, establishing priorities, developing standards, and setting deadlines.
• Manage and maintain all Quality Control documentation and all Quality Control activities.
• Interface with quality personnel at customer and supplier levels.
• Prepare for and manage quality audits, including maintaining Quality Manual and Quality Procedure manual, creating Management review, etc.
• Communicate with external quality assurance officers during on-site inspections.
• Appraise customers' requirements and ensure satisfaction.
• Perform Sales Order review, Purchase Order reviews, QA clauses, terms & conditions, special notes, specification reviews, etc.
• Participate in product design reviews to provide input on functional requirements, product designs, schedules, or potential problems.
• Develop documentation needed to support testing procedures, including data record forms, equipment logbooks, or inventory forms for New Product Introduction.
• Develop and conduct computational analysis for internal and external validation testing as necessary.
• Complete documentation needed to support testing procedures, including data record forms, equipment logbooks, and inventory forms, to ensure replicability and compliance with standards.
• Perform training as necessary in manufacturing.
• Manage customer returns.
• Perform internally driven and customer-driven Root Cause Corrective Actions and failure analysis.
• Maintain and control drawings and specifications.
• Calibrate, validate, or maintain quality control equipment as necessary.
• Maintain training and skills matrix for direct labor and management.
• Create Supplier Corrective Action Request, submit to supplier, and assess SCAR response as necessary.
• Assess discrepant material, create Discrepant Material Request, and notify Material Review Board for disposition as necessary.
• Identify root causes and applicable corrective actions related to quality issues.
• Execute quality control protocols and provide feedback to management for potential improvements.
• Provide support to other engineering areas of operation.
• Read blueprints, data, manuals, or other materials to determine specifications, inspection and testing procedures, adjustment methods, certification processes, formulas, or measuring instruments required.
• Inspect, test, or measure materials, products, installations, or work for conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments such as rulers, calipers, gauges, or micrometers, as necessary.
• Perform visual inspections of finished products and grade, classify, or sort products according to sizes, weights, colors, or other specifications as necessary.
• Conduct routine and non-routine analyses of in-process materials, raw materials, conditioning samples, finished goods, or stability samples as necessary.
• Record inspection or test data, such as weights, temperatures, grades, or moisture content, and quantities inspected or graded as necessary.
• Interpret test results, compare them to established specifications and control limits, and make recommendations on appropriateness of data for release.
• Notify supervisors or other personnel of production problems.
• Be active and engaged on the production floor and quality control area.
• 10% travel to visit and assess domestic and international customers and suppliers as necessary.
• Any additional tasks necessary to execute on the team’s strategy for operational sustainability, improvement, and optimization.

 Other responsibilities, initiatives and ad-hoc projects as required. 

Physical Requirements 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods and occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Compensation

$70,000-$90,000 annually

ConexSmart’s Engineering Technician is a dynamic team player who uses math and science to solve complex technical problems in the avionics industry. This position joins a team who enjoys developing new products, providing maintenance to current products, enhancing the use and design of existing products, and improving efficiencies across the organization.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

• 7-10 years of field experience or a bachelor’s degree in engineering is required.

Experience:

• Experience evaluating and troubleshooting manufacturing processes and machinery is required.
• Experience using CAD, data analysis programs, and related software is required.
• Experience in project management is preferred.

Knowledge:

• Working knowledge of [include area of focus]

Skills:

• Strong written and verbal skills; able to read, comprehend and create written and verbal instruction in the English language, is required.
• High level of manual dexterity and detail orientation is required.

Job Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and develop solutions based on project requirements and company standards using simulations/modeling to support expansions and change.
• Develop and implement processes that improve production and deliver quality outputs by securing and managing engineering service providers, inspectors, and other technical resources that may be needed to develop the project.
• Demonstrate outstanding abilities in conflict resolution, leadership presence, and organizational management.
• Develop new products and testing new designs.
• Demonstrate ability to inspect and identify non-compliant products and processes.
• Develop strategy to support team development and rate manufacturing environment.
• Lead production technicians in special project efforts.
• Participate and support company sponsored initiatives such as ISO:9001 and AS:9100 Quality Standards, Lean Manufacturing and Employee Safety.

Other responsibilities, initiatives and ad-hoc projects as required. 

Physical Requirements 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for extended periods of time and walk around the facility. The noise level in the work environment is usually low. Vision requirements include close vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

ConexSmart Technician

ConexSmart’s technicians play a critical role in the production of complex wire harnesses used in aerospace and defense applications. This position is responsible for ensuring all assemblies meet engineering specifications and quality standards.

This role offers the opportunity to directly support industries that save lives and push the boundaries of technology. Success in this position is defined by your ability to learn, adapt, and continually improve both quality and efficiency. Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills are essential.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, self-motivated, and demonstrates sound judgment. A commitment to excellence, a strong work ethic, and a desire to grow professionally are key traits for thriving in this role. Training is provided, but a passion for learning and continuous improvement is expected.

Minimum Qualifications 

Education:

• High school dipoma/GED is preferred.

Experience:

• Experience in wire harness production, aerospace manufacturing, or a similar field is preferred.

Knowledge:

• Working knowledge of soldering, wire crimping and testing equipment is preferred.

Skills:

• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills, and be able to read, comprehend and create written and verbal instruction in English.
• Excellent collaboration skills, with the ability to work well both individually and in a team setting, are required.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in all aspects of production to ensure financial and customer requirements are met.
• Demonstrate outstanding abilities in conflict resolution, leadership presence, and organizational management.
• Develop strategy to grow technically and manufacture harnesses with higher quality.
• Demonstrate ability to inspect and identify non-compliant products and processes.
• Develop strategy to support team development and rate manufacturing environment.
• Handle any material types issued to production.
• Track project completion timelines to support on time delivery.
• Ensure manufacturing tools and equipment function properly.
• Create a safe work environment for production teams.
• Participate and support company sponsored initiatives such as ISO:9001 and AS:9100 Quality Standards, Lean Manufacturing and Employee Safety.

Other responsibilities, initiatives and ad-hoc projects as required. 

Internal and External Relationships

This position will work closely with ConexSmart’s quality and engineering departments, along with other technicians.

Physical Requirements 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Lift up to 50 pounds unassisted and 50+ pounds with assistance.
• Operate a pallet jack with training.
• Utilize ladders and step stools as needed to reach high items.
• Withstand sustained periods of standing, sitting, walking, bending, and kneeling.
• Use a high level of manual dexterity.
• Use close vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception, and adjust focus.

The noise level in the work environment is generally low. 

ConexSmart's Quality Assurance Technician is the final checkpoint before products leave the facility, responsible for ensuring all products meet rigorous quality standards and specifications. Known for their keen attention to detail and technical expertise, our Quality Assurance Techs thoroughly inspect cable and wire products to confirm compliance with engineering requirements and industry standards. They possess a solid understanding of product applications and are proficient in reading and interpreting engineered drawings and blueprints.

Key duties include performing detailed inspections, documenting and reporting non-conformances, and ensuring tools like tape measures and calipers are properly calibrated and maintained. This position collaborates closely with our production teams to address quality issues promptly, ensuring continuous improvement and operational efficiency. We're searching for a solutions-driven team player who actively contributes to maintaining a high-quality manufacturing process to minimizing defects, reduce waste, and optimize production flow -- and who wants to play a role in meeting our on-time delivery goals and exceeding customer expectations.

Minimum Qualifications 

Education:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent to a high school diploma.

Experience:

• Three years’ experience in aerospace wire harness assembly, fabrication, production, aerospace manufacturing, or a similar field preferred.

Knowledge:

• Working knowledge of quality assurance processes in a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with ITAR Export Control compliance requirements.
• Familiarity with IPC 620
• Familiarity with AS9100D

Skills:

• Manual dexterity and attention to detail.
• Technical skills in soldering, crimping, and testing equipment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Experience with quality data entry and report generation

Job Responsibilities

Quality Inspection and Documentation

• Inspect work-in-process products according to defined procedures.
• Document product non-conformities and communicate findings to the production team and QA Supervisor.

Quality Improvement Support

• Analyze non-conformance issues and perform root cause analysis.
• Assist in developing and improving quality processes.
• Suggest and implement process improvements to enhance quality and efficiency.

Data Management and Reporting

• Support quality data entry and generate reports as needed.
• Assist with product release documentation.

Other responsibilities, initiatives and ad-hoc projects as required. 

Internal and External Relationships

• Internal: Collaborates with the production team, engineering department, and quality management.
• External: May interact with external auditors or regulatory bodies to support compliance efforts.

Physical Requirements 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands, lift up to 20lbs. The noise level in the work environment is to be expected in a manufacturing facility .