Facilities Technician

Aurora Flight Sciences Corporation; Bridgeport (WV, CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Facilities Technician to join their innovative team. This role involves ensuring safety and operational excellence in a manufacturing environment, troubleshooting equipment, and performing maintenance tasks. With a focus on collaboration and problem-solving, you will support internal customers and maintain the facility's infrastructure. This position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about advancing their career in a dynamic aerospace setting.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Savings Plans

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 7+ years of related work experience or equivalent education.
• Electrical journeyman certification required.
• Ability to use computer systems for data entry.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair manufacturing equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance on utilities equipment.
• Ensure a safe work environment and compliance with regulations.

Skills

Communication Skills

Electrical Knowledge

Hand Tool Proficiency

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational School Certification

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Hand Tools

HVAC Systems

Electrical Equipment

Job description

Facilities Technician

Position Overview

At Aurora Flight Sciences, we design, build, and fly advanced aircraft and enabling technologies from concept to reality. We are searching for a talented and self-motivated Facilities Technician to help us create the future of flight. Responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:

Responsibilities

- Ensure Safety First is executed at workplace and always promote safety.
- Troubleshoot and repair different types of manufacturing equipment.
- Perform preventive maintenance activities in manufacturing / utilities equipment.
- Assure all equipment and infrastructure, and any other elements impacting a safe work environment, are always in top operational conditions.
- Maintenance, repair, and upgrading of the existing facility and equipment.
- Support internal customers by responding to repair calls and resolving problems using appropriate equipment and procedures.
- Perform general facilities work and repair tasks such as painting, carpentry, drywall, etc.
- Complete installations and repairs that may involve such skills as electronic problem solving, electrical, mechanical, HVAC and plumbing.
- Use assorted tools and equipment to construct, renovate and maintain facilities.
- Instruct others in the use of various types of office and maintenance equipment and tools.
- Comply with safety, building, security and environmental codes and regulations.

Minimum Requirements

- Education/experience typically acquired through basic education (e.g. High School diploma/GED) and typically 7 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent
combination of education and experience (e.g. vocational school/Associate+5 years' related work, Bachelor+2 years' related work, etc.).
- General knowledge and use of basic hand tools.
- Excellent communication skills, oral and written.
- Must be able to use computer systems to enter and modify data.
- Electrical journeyman certification required.
- A valid US driver license is required.
- Must be a US person.

Preferred Requirements

- Willingness to work occasional overtime and /or float shifts temporarily to support site needs in certain circumstances.

Physical Requirements

*Must be able to work 2nd shift*
- Ability to work in a manufacturing environment and wear proper PPE.
- Lift and transport objects up to 35 pounds; consistently stand, stoop, crawl, bend, crouch, climb, and kneel.
- Work onsite in Bridgeport, WV.

Salary Range (Annualized USD)

• Minimum Range: $52,000.00 to $93,000.00


• Maximum Range: $52,000.00 to $93,000.00

Aurora Company Overview
Aurora Flight Sciences, a Boeing Company, is a leader in the development and manufacturing of advanced unmanned systems and aerospace vehicles. Our mission is to apply autonomy and robotics to the development, production, and operation of advanced aircraft. During the last three decades, Aurora has designed, rapid-prototyped, and flown an average of one new vehicle a year for both government and commercial customers. Now, as an independent subsidiary of Boeing, Aurora's innovation is combined with Boeing's size and strength, creating an unprecedented opportunity to shape the future of aerospace systems.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Aurora Flight Sciences, A Boeing Company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Aurora Total Rewards
At Aurora Flight Sciences, a Boeing Company, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. Aurora Flight Sciences provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location and date of hire. Please note that the salary information shown is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.