Basic Engineering Technician

Berry Aviation; Stillwater (OK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation company in Oklahoma seeks a Basic Engineering Technician to work on UAS prototypes for military and commercial applications. The role includes independent execution of engineering designs, maintenance of UAS platforms, and assisting in testing. Required skills include hand tools experience and the ability to read design documents. Must have a high school diploma. This is a temporary position based on contract duration, suitable for candidates eager to engage in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with hand tools and machine operation.
• Ability to read technical drawings and execute designs.
• Willingness to learn new manufacturing techniques.

Responsibilities

• Determine methods to execute engineering designs independently.
• Perform testing and troubleshooting of UAS components.
• Assist in lab, ground, and flight testing of UAS platforms.

Skills

Hand tools experience

Ability to read and execute design documents and technical drawings

Self-motivation

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn unfamiliar manufacturing techniques

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Machine tools (drill press, mill, lathe)

Job description

The Basic Engineering Technician will have the opportunity to work on a variety of UAS prototypes and production platforms for military and commercial applications. The Basic Engineering Technician will be responsible for assisting projects and programs with the construction, integration, component testing and maintenance of UAS platforms. This is a temporary position based on contract duration

Responsibilities

• Work independently to determine methods and procedures to execute engineering designs
• Perform simple testing and troubleshooting of UAS components
• Use machine shop and laboratory tools (including soldering electronics)
• Assist in lab, ground, and flight testing
• Identify operational challenges and repair faults on equipment
• Monitor and tracking of tool and component inventory
• Perform regular maintenance on equipment and machinery

Required Skills

• Hand tools experience
• Ability to read and execute design documents and technical drawings
• Self-motivation, and committed to providing high quality work and attention to detail
• Willingness to learn unfamiliar manufacturing techniques

Preferred Skills

• General machine tool experience (drill press, mill, lathe, etc.)
• Working with internal combustion engines
• Soldering experience

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant Vocational Technical Certificate
• Ability to obtain DoD sponsored Security Clearance

Physical Demands/Travel

• Required use of machining tools
• Ability to lift up to 50 lb.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing/lab environment
• Ability to work outdoors for extended periods (hot and cold)
• Ability to support flex shifts when required (under 25% of the year)
• Support travel within Oklahoma for flight testing/operations

Berry Aviation, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship. All conditions and privileges of employment are administered to all employees without discrimination or harassment because of race, religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, special disabled veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws and ordinances. The Company will comply fully with all applicable state or local fair employment laws that forbid discrimination or harassment on the basis of other protected characteristics.

All new employees will be required to verify employment eligibility in accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act. Berry Aviation participates via E-Verify.

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