Production Technician

Come Join Us!

Over the last 40 years, Gastops has built a robust business which is recognized worldwide for its innovative contributions to equipment health management in the aviation, energy, marine, industrial and transportation industries. Gastops’ products and services add value throughout the life cycle of complex critical equipment from the design stage through to in-service operations and support. We design, manufacture and support advanced equipment sensing and analysis products, including on-line oil debris sensors, torque measurement sensors, turbine blade health sensors, and at-line oil analysis systems.

Based in Ottawa, Ontario, the Production Technician will report into one of our three Product line Team Leads and will have a wide range of duties which ultimately focus on the manufacturing and testing of products in accordance to established quality standards.

What You'll Do:

The Production Technician will be part of our Production team with the primary focus of building product for on-time delivery. As part of your responsibilities, you will:

1. Solder electronic surface mount components onto PCBs and wires to connector pins
2. Be trained to operate a specialty copper wire winding machine
3. Perform mechanical assembly of products and product subassemblies
4. Apply RTV and potting compounds to products and subassemblies
5. Support in-process testing of products and subassemblies.
6. Execute test procedures on final products.
7. Perform equipment calibration and maintenance.

Who You Are:

1. You have hands-on experience with multimeters, oscilloscopes, function generators and power supplies. You are familiar with hand tools and power tools like torque wrenches, screwdrivers, Allen keys, etc.
2. You have previous production experience
3. You have basic Microsoft Office skills
4. You understand and follow approved assembly and testing work instructions
5. You understand the need for high-quality work and pay strict attention to detail
6. You can collaborate and work with team member colleagues.

What You Should Bring:

The ideal candidate will have a Diploma in Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical or Optical Technician/Technologist program or equivalent with some demonstrated experience. Additionally, you:

1. Have significant and demonstrable soldering experience (current or previously held J-STD-001 certification will be a significant asset)
2. Have a high motivation with results-oriented focus
3. Have a strong work ethic and organizational and multi-tasking skills
4. Have strong interpersonal and critical thinking skills
5. Have excellent communication skills (oral and written)
6. Are eligible to obtain a Secret Security Clearance (NATO Level Clearance or ITAR)

What We Offer You:

Gastops has built a passionate workforce with a strong and vibrant culture which has been the key to our success. We offer programs and rewards that one would expect from a highly successful, established, and growing Engineering company:

1. Competitive salary, benefits, profit share bonus program
2. A fantastic culture, team and energy to work with
3. Superb work location in Ottawa’s East End (Canotek Business Park)
4. Social activities, company sponsored events and opportunities to give back to our local community

Gastops is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to acquiring a skilled and diverse workforce. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, origins, ages, orientations, genders, creeds and religions. Gastops accommodates people with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process. Gastops is an excellent place to work and we look forward to meeting with you! If contacted regarding this competition, please advise the interview coordinator of any accommodation measures you may require.