Millwright/Shop Technician

Job Description

Aerolab is seeking a qualified candidate to fill a Millwright/Shop Technician position. The position is full-time. The candidate will be responsible for installing, servicing and maintaining wind tunnels all over the world. Candidate will travel to various job sites, both domestic and international, to install and commission educational & research wind tunnels following the manufacture & delivery of customer's unique & specialized device. 

 

The candidate is expected to perform the following routine functions:

·         Collaborate with engineers and general contractors to install and service wind tunnels 

·         Travel to customer sites to install and commission research wind tunnels

·         Provide technical support to customers on how to operate the wind tunnels

·         Coordinate with the company’s mechanical engineers for structural analysis and FEA when required

·         Have the ability to work with various groups of people with a broad level of technical skills

  

·         Strong knowledge of sheet metal design and fabrication

·         Experience in design of machinery components and systems would be a plus

·         Familiarity with motion control systems is strongly preferred

·         Experience in computer aided drafting techniques and standard engineering practices

·         Familiarity with engineering terminology

·         Proficient in use of Microsoft Office and Word Processing software

·         Good time management skills, high work ethics

·         Positive contributor to team participation

·         Focused, methodical with good analytical skills

·         Familiarity with machine shop practices and associated equipment is a plus

·         Ability to handle multiple activities to meet target dates

·         Able to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos

·         Good communication skills and ability to work in teams

  

·         The position is based at Aerolab’s main facility in Jessup MD

·         Travel is expected up to 50% of the time; may occassionally include international travel