Aerodynamic Balance Technician

CUBRC, Inc.; Oakwood, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Health Insurance

Dental and Vision

Life Insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

Beverages supplied

Job summary

CUBRC’s Ahmic Aerospace in Dayton, Ohio is seeking a highly skilled Aerodynamic Balance Technician to assemble and calibrate multi-component force measurement systems for hypersonic and wind tunnel research programs.

You will install strain gages, route delicate lead wires, solder junctions, and set up calibration fixtures, working under a stereo microscope to tight tolerances in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience with fine-scale soldering and micro wiring.
• Ability to work under magnification for extended periods.
• Experience installing strain gauges preferred.
• Familiarity with Wheatstone bridge circuits and force measurement systems preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams and engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare balance components and surfaces for strain gage bonding.
• Install foil and semiconductor strain gages per specified temperature, pressure, and curing requirements.
• Route, trim, and solder fine-gauge lead wires to solder junctions and terminal points.
• Follow wiring diagrams and perform detailed wiring under stereo microscope.
• Install interconnection bridge wiring and temperature compensation circuits.
• Carefully assemble tight-tolerance mechanical balance components.
• Set up calibration fixtures and assist with static load calibration of multi-axis balances.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and refurbish force measurement systems following wind tunnel testing.

Skills

Fine-scale soldering

Micro wiring

Strain gauge installation

Manual dexterity

Magnification work

Tools

Digital multimeters

Power supplies

Stereo microscope

Job description

Description

CUBRC’s Ahmic Aerospace is seeking a highly skilled Aerodynamic Balance Technician to support the assembly and calibration of multi-component force measurement systems. This role focuses on strain gage installation, fine lead wire routing, solder junction preparation, bridge wiring, and precision balance assembly. The hardware you build will support hypersonic vehicles, space re-entry systems, and advanced aerospace research programs conducted in some of the nation’s most sophisticated wind tunnels and flight environments.

Ahmic Aerospace is a small, focused engineering team based in Dayton, Ohio. We design and build advanced aerodynamic instrumentation for extreme aerospace environments. Join us to tackle cutting-edge challenges in hypersonics, thermal protection, and instrumentation, where your contributions make an immediate difference.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare balance components and surfaces for strain gage bonding
• Install foil and semiconductor strain gages per specified temperature, pressure, and curing requirements
• Route, trim, and solder fine-gauge lead wires (30-42 AWG) to solder junctions and terminal points
• Follow wiring diagrams and perform detailed wiring under stereo microscope
• Install interconnection bridge wiring and temperature compensation circuits
• Carefully assemble tight-tolerance mechanical balance components
• Set up calibration fixtures and assist with static load calibration of multi-axis balances
• Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and refurbish force measurement systems following wind tunnel testing

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience with fine-scale soldering and micro wiring
• Ability to work under magnification for extended periods
• Experience installing strain gages preferred
• Familiarity with Wheatstone bridge circuits and force measurement systems preferred
• Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams and engineering drawings and process documentation
• Experience using digital multimeters and power supplies to verify conformity
• Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail
• Must meet internal solder and workmanship standards
• Ability to lift and control 50 lbs test weights

Special Requirements:

Must be able to obtain and remain eligible for a US Department of Defense security clearance during the course of employment.

Why CUBRC:

• 401(k) - No Waiting Period. 100% Vested on date of hire.
• 3% company contribution in the first year of employment, company contribution increases over time. Employee is not required to contribute to the plan to receive CUBRC’s contribution.
• Health Insurance - No Waiting Period - competitive costs.
• Dental, Vision Insurance after 6 months - Employer paid benefit for employees and dependents.
• Life Insurance after 6 months - Employer paid benefit for the employee.
• Generous paid time off, unlimited sick time and 9 paid holidays
• Free beverages and stocked beverage refrigerators for employees

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.