Precision Aerodynamic Balance Technician for Hypersonics

CUBRC, Inc.

Oakwood, Northern (OH, KY)

Hybrid

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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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.