Operations Associate Job in Fort Wayne, IN 46802

BAE Systems is the premier global defense and aerospace company, delivering a full range of products and services for air, land, and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, information technology solutions, and customer support services. With 105,000 employees worldwide, BAE Systems had 2008 sales of $34.4 billion.
Electronics, Intelligence & Supportdesigns, develops, and produces electronic systems and subsystems for military and commercial applications and provides information technology, through-life support, ship repair, and other technical and professional services to theU.S.national security and federal civilian communities. EI&S products and services include electronic warfare and self-protection systems; surveillance and intelligence systems; aircraft controls, pilot displays, and avionics; hybrid electric vehicle propulsion systems; sensor and precision targeting systems; communication, navigation, identification, and reconnaissance systems; information management systems; full-service IT systems; systems engineering services; and ship repair. EI&S employs about 33,000 people at more than 100 facilities in the United States, United Kingdom, and Israel.BAE Systems Platform Solutions serves aerospace and defense end users and prime contractors with capabilities and products that improve operational safety and enhance mission effectiveness. Platform Solutions supports a wide range of military and commercial platforms, including fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft, ground vehicles, and unmanned vehicles with capabilities in vehicle management, human-machine interface, precision guidance, and power systems. The company also is developing integrated capabilities in all-weather operation, power management, real-time cockpit information, prognostics and health management, and air traffic management.
You will perform a variety of duties to assemble, modify, rework, coat, pot, paint, solder, inspect, test, pack, ship, etc.. electronic components, cables, subassemblies, controls, and other items utilizing all necessary support equipment. This equipment includes, but is not limited to: jigs, fixtures, assembly machines, (automated and manual), automated test equipment, (including Genrad, Ditmco, functional test stands, etc..) soldering equipment, hand and power tools, component prep equipment, packing equipment, inspection instruments, gages, cleaning equipment, coating and potting equipment, material handeling devices, meters, mixing and measuring devices, and other devices related to the manufacture of electronic and mechanical assemblies.

* High school degree or equivalent
* Ability to read, comprehend, and apply written work instructions
* Ability to read electronic assembly diagrams and blue prints
* Good verbal and written communication skills
* Good manual dexterity and eye/hand/finger coordination
* Solid elementary math skills
* Willingness to learn new tasks
* Flexibility to work any shift
This position is subject to export control restrictions. Candidates must be able to demonstrate upon hire that they are either citizens of theU.S.or lawful Permanent Residents of theU.S.?
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