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Wind Tunnel Model Technician

North Wind USA Inc
Newport, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/23/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/22/2025

Company Description
North Wind is an industry leader in the research, development and testing of hypersonic and mission critical systems. North Wind Systems in Newport News, VA and Ronkonkoma, NY has provided independent services and solutions from engineering through manufacturing, integration, and test in support of the most complex Aerospace and Defense programs for over 50 years. We are looking for a Wind Tunnel Model Technician that shares our passion for the work and the mission. Our team is dedicated to developing innovative solutions that drive progress and advance development. Join us and be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking organization where your contributions make a real impact.

Responsibilities

  • Instrument and assemble hardware components into complete assembled test articles
  • Support the Fabrication department by performing the technical duties associated with fabrication and assembly tasks including handwork, fit and finish.
  • Lead assigned tasks by planning the sequence of operations depending upon specified material and assembly to ensure completion within schedule and budget
  • Verify conformance of finished assembly to specified tolerances, blueprint specifications, and other required specifications with various measurement tools, including, but not limited to calipers, scales, micrometers, and gauges
  • Interpret, select, adopt and apply appropriate guidelines, procedures, and practices which relate to appropriate assemblies, disassembles and component rework or repair
  • Identify, verify and keep accurate documentation of all instrumentation and/or required testing


Qualifications

Preferred Education / Experience:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 5 years of related discipline; or
  • A combination of education and experience equivalent to above

Preferred Knowledge / Ability:

  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings and documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
  • May be required to travel up to 10% of the time
  • Demonstrated knowledge of instrumentation application, including strain gages, soldering, PC board population and cable and harness manufacture.

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