Materials & Process Technician Iii

Cirrus Aircraft's Mission is to deliver an aviation experience that is the pinnacle of innovation, quality, and safety to our customers. Cirrus Aircraft is the recognizedgloballeader in personal aviation and the maker of the best-selling SR Series piston aircraft and the Vision Jet™, the world's first single engine Personal Jet and recipient of the 2017 Robert J. Collier Trophy. Founded in 1984, the company has redefined performance, comfort and safety in aviation with innovations like the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System® (CAPS®) - the first FAA-certified whole-airframe parachute safety system included as standard equipment on an aircraft. To date, worldwide flight time on Cirrus aircraft has passed nine million hours and over 170 people have returned home safely to their families as a result of the inclusion of CAPS® as a standard feature on all Cirrus aircraft. Find out more atcirrusaircraft.com.
Cirrus offers a competitive benefits package and is dedicated to the advancement of general aviation. The Cirrus Flying Club offers employees and their family members the unique opportunity to obtain their private pilot's license in the comfort of a Cirrus or rent a Cirrus for an impromptu adventure at a greatly reduced rate. We are committed to investing in the future of our employees and company by offering professional development and career progression opportunities and we engage employees by offering several employee and family events throughout the year, as well as the opportunity to take part in activity clubs and community events.
Job Summary
Cirrus Aircraft is currently seeking a Material & Process Technician to join our material fabrication and testing team.
Duties and Responsibilities/Essential Functions
The M&P Technician is responsible for execution of aerospace composite materials testing, evaluation, and process evaluation, as well as basic data analysis. This Level 3 Technician role will also provide input into test plan creation and testing methodologies, and will be a pivotal part of the Cirrus Materials & Processes Structures Team.

• Regular, reliable, and predictable attendance.
• Team player, ability to work with Tech's, Engineers, and Scientists, and ability to pivot in support of high priority projects
• Ability to layup, bond, and assemble composite materials using a variety of mediums including prepregs and wet layup, and different material types including carbon fiber, fiberglass, foams, and adhesives
• Proficient in the use of specifications, drawings, and verbal instructions to build and fabricate composite test panels
• Strong creative mind that excels at solving problems and can successfully collaborate with a wide audience during the development of new technologies and designs
• Knowledge of, or ability to learn to use laboratory equipment such as load-frames, strain gauges, extensometers, microscopes, cure ovens, fume hoods, composite layup tooling, etc.
• Follow all safety standards and policies and ensure a safe operating environment, including use of appropriate protective equipment and identification of potential safety concerns

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Preferred - Industry experience and / or certifications in the layup of fiber-filled composite materials
• Desired - Previous experience in a mechanical and / or chemical testing lab
• Desired - Precision measurement / GD&T experience, and / or experience with quality control processes and paperwork
• Required Experience at various Technician Levels: M&P Tech 1 - 1 yr minimum or recent H.S graduate. M&P Tech 2 - 2 yrs minimum test lab experience. M&P Tech 3 - 4 yrs minimum test lab experience. Current aviation industry employees will be evaluated based on overall experience
• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen and background check

Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Computer Skills: Some experience with Microsoft office, specifically Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to read and interpret part and test sample drawings
• Language: Ability to read, write and speak the English language.
• Quality: High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Teamwork: Ability to work productively in a team environment; positive attitude and team spirit.
• Self-motivated: ability to work for long periods without direct supervision, stay on task, and seek help when needed
• Professionalism: Tactfulness and respect in working with others regardless of their status or position or the urgency of situations; Acceptance of responsibility for own actions; Integrity in following through on commitments.
• Attendance/Punctuality: Punctuality in arrival times and observance of appropriate break and meal periods; acceptable attendance record and proper utilization of time clocks.
• Dependability: Responsiveness to management direction; Diligence in completing tasks on time or proposing an alternate plan; openness to additional hours when necessary.

This opportunity is located in Duluth, Minnesota. As the home to our corporate headquarters, Duluth is a four-season city on the western tip of Lake Superior and was voted "Best Town" by Outside Magazine. The splendor of the largest freshwater lake in the world offers a multitude of outdoor activities for adventure or rejuvenation. The North Shore lifestyle is known its year-round activities, including bicycle and snowmobile trails, kayaking, rock climbing, fishing, hiking, golfing, sailing and skiing. And as a top employer in the area, Cirrus Aircraft was recently named "Best Overall Large Company to Work for in the Northland" and "Best Workplace Culture" by the Duluth News Tribune readers.
Cirrus is dedicated to a drug free work environment promoting equal employment opportunity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, religion, pregnancy, veteran status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, receipt of public assistance, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.