Instrumentation / Flight Test Technician

Aerodyn Engineering, Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly Bonus Incentive Plans

Company Paid Contributions to Health Insurance Premiums

Company paid Life and AD&D insurance

401k with up to 4% Company Match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Aerodyn Engineering, Inc. is seeking experienced Instrumentation Technicians to support gas turbine engine applications. The role includes applying instrumentation, conducting tests, and requires strong mechanical and technical skills. Successful candidates will benefit from extensive training and growth opportunities within a dynamic company.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma and preferred Engine Sensor Application experience. The position requires adherence to safety rules, travel may be necessary, and a commitment to customer satisfaction is essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required.
• Prior experience with Engine Sensor Application is preferred.
• Aerospace industry experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Applies and checks instrumentation according to blueprints.
• Travels to customer locations to assist in instrumentation tasks.
• Maintains accurate records for tasks completed.

Skills

Engine Sensor Application

Technical knowledge of instrumentation

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

MET/EET/A&P Certifications

Tools

Digital Volt Meters (DVMs)

Leak checking equipment

Calipers

Job description

We are looking for experienced Instrumentation Technicians who are experienced and willing to continually learn sensor application, testing, and other related tasks for gas turbine engines and similar hardware. This position is highly technical and committed to delivering a high level of customer satisfaction, in an efficient and timely manner, understanding our customer deadlines.

Shift Options:

1st Shift: Monday through Friday starting at 7am

• Monthly Bonus Incentive Plans
• Company Paid Contributions to Health Insurance Premiums
  • Over 60% of Employees pay zero for healthcare premiums
• Company paid Life and AD&D insurance
• Company paid Short Term Disability
• 401k with up to 4% Company Match
• Voluntary insurance such as dental, vision, and life/disability
• Paid Time Off

Key Responsibilities & Duties:

• Adheres to company safety rules/policies.
• Applies and checks instrumentation, builds assemblies, carries out tests, and related technical tasks according to blueprints, PowerPoints, test plans, or other definition.
• Applies technical knowledge and ability to use hand tools and operate test equipment such as DVMs (Digital Volt Meters), leak checking equipment, calipers, etc. according to established procedures.
• Reads and understands basic schematics, wiring diagrams, blueprints, and other engineering diagrams.
• Maintains accurate records for tasks completed and issues confronted on a per job, per shift basis.
• Travels to customer locations to assist in instrumentation tasks as needed; travel may include up to 50% travel each calendar year. This is subject to change based on customer requirements.
• Supports a continuous learning attitude for relevant technical knowledge. Knowledge comes from internal and external training sessions, experience, and tests carried out on certain projects.
• Maintains a clean, orderly, and safe work area at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Aerodyn management.

Qualifications and Experience:

• High School Diploma Required
• MET/EET/A&P Certifications are Preferred
• Prior experience with Engine Sensor Application and/or Sensor Knowledge (Pressure, Thermocouple, Strain Gage, and Accelerometers) is preferred.
• Aerospace industry experience strongly preferred

Ideal Candidates:

• Be able to work well with meeting deadlines
• Have a good work ethic and attendance
• Communicates well with all personnel
• Strong mechanical aptitude to develop creative solutions that are efficient solutions to complex problems
• Will have the opportunity to develop skills through in-house training, at other Aerodyn facilities globally, and through recognized training sources for continuous development

Aerodyn is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Aerodyn are always looking for skilled and enthusiastic individuals who want to challenge themselves in an exciting and evolving company. We offer extensive training and exposure to leading technologies across multiple sites, you will have the opportunity to grow and expand your skill set.

If you are looking for an exciting opportunity with a growing global organization, send us your CV and cover letter.