Experienced Composite Engineering Technician

Sekisui Aerospace; Orange City (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life and AD&D Insurance

Company Sponsored 401k with Employer &

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Job summary

SEKISUI Aerospace in Orange City, IA is seeking an Engineering Technician to support the Engineering team and production with hands-on tasks, troubleshooting, and validating processes. You will help develop layouts for complex pre-preg parts and work closely with design and manufacturing engineers.

The role requires reading ISO drawings, solving problems, and using precision measuring tools. A two-year technical degree is preferred, with opportunities for growth and benefits including 401k, PTO,

Qualifications

• Must have experience with pre-preg layup and complex geometries.
• Ability to read and interpret ISO drawings.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Working knowledge of precision measuring instruments.
• Able to learn new materials quickly and adapt to production needs.
• Capable of multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support and assist Engineering and Production teams on layup and assembly tasks.
• Update work instructions and validate processes.
• Collaborate with Design and Manufacturing Engineers to resolve issues.
• Identify root causes and implement corrective actions on the production floor.
• Initiate Engineering Changes per EC processes.
• Create clear work instructions and document with ERP systems.
• Provide time estimates for process routings to production management.

Skills

pre-preg layup

read ISO drawings

problem solving

precision measuring instruments

learn material quickly

multi-tasking

flexible schedule

Education

Two-year technical degree

Tools

Solidworks

AutoCAD

Inventor

Job description

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We are growing and would love to speak with you! SEKISUI Aerospace is currently hiring an Engineering Technician for our Orange City, IA location. We offer health benefits, 401k, PTO, tuition reimbursement, job growth, and continued professional development.

Type: Full Time, Exempt

Benefits

• Medical (free employee only coverage and low-cost options available)
• Dental, Vision, Prescription
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Company Sponsored 401k with Employer Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts

PTO starting at 3 weeks per year! Available to use immediately upon accrual!

12 Paid Holidays!

Closed for a week during the winter holidays!

Position

As an Engineering Technician you will be responsible for supporting the Engineering team and production through hands on support, troubleshooting, work instruction updates and validation.

What you will do:

• Laying up pre-preg parts wtih complex geometries in a development setting.
• Support and work with Design Engineers and Manufacturing Engineers.
• Work closely with production leadership and team members to assess and analyze ongoing issues.
• Interact with production floor workers and production management to Identify root cause and implement corrective actions.
• Initiate Engineering Changes and follow the Engineering Change process.
• Create work instructions and Industrial writing Work with Operations ERP System.
• Provide accurate time estimates to production management on process routings.

What you will need to be successful:

• Prior exprience with pre-preg layup with complex geometries
• Ability to read and understand standard ISO drawings
• Problem solving abilities
• Working knowledge of precision measuring Instruments
• Able to learn material quickly
• Ability to multi-task in fast-paced environment
• Flexibility to alter work schedule to occasionally work around production schedules.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with pre-preg layup in a development setting
• Utilize existing solid modeling software. (i.e., Solidworks, Autocad, lnventor)
• Experience with GD&T a plus
• Familiarity with CNC Machining Process and the capabilities
• Familiarity with different molding processes beneficial
• Two-year technical degree preferred

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to precarious places and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate requiring hearing protection in certain areas.

Required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)

PPE is provided by SEKISUI Aerospace based on the employee's position and exposure.

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

About Us

For over 30 years SEKISUI Aerospace has been designing, testing, and manufacturing composite products for the aerospace industry. With complete customer satisfaction as our focus and through the relentless efforts of our skilled employees, SEKISUI Aerospace has achieved and continues to maintain an unequaled level of performance.

Our consistent delivery of high-quality products demonstrates our intent, integrity, and dedication to our customers and to our reputation as a manufacturer. We will continue to insert intelligent automation into our manufacturing facilities, which will continue to drive the future of flight well into the next century.

Learn more about us here: https://www.sekisuiaerospace.com/about

View all our job postings here: https://www.sekisuiaerospace.com/careers

Orange City, IA

Orange City, IA is located in the northwest corner of Iowa in Sioux County. It is home to two growing school systems, a four-year liberal arts college, the annual Tulip Festival, as well as many large industry and development opportunities. To learn more about the Orange City community please visit https://vibrant.orangecityiowa.com.

Pre-Employment Screening

SEKISUI Aerospace is a Drug Free workplace. Pre-employment drug screen required.

Any applicant selected for this position will be required to submit to a background screening.

Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer

SEKISUI Aerospace provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

People with Disabilities

SEKISUI Aerospace is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact the human resources department at the appropriate SEKISUI Aerospace manufacturing site.

Please call if you need an accommodation:

Orange City Operations: 712-707-9200

E-Verify Statement

SEKISUI Aerospace is a federal contractor and is required to participate in the federal government's E-Verify program. E-Verify allows us to confirm the employment authorization of newly hired employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. With respect to new hires, the E-Verify process is completed in conjunction with a new hire's completion of the Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification within three days of starting employment. For information regarding E-Verify, visit the E-Verify site.

Our Values

The employees of SEKISUI Aerospace enjoy what we do and are dedicated to our seven corporate values. We promise to hold ourselves to these high standards and seek co-workers who are willing to join us in this task.