Mechanical Assembly Technician

Calspan is an Industry-Leader in Jet Engine Testing, Design, and Manufacturing. Our dedicated team designs and builds state-of-the-art engine test cell facilities and equipment and offers aftermarket service to meet jet engine test demands. In the area of turbomachinery, Calspan’s team continues a 20-year tradition of setting industry standards for quality with the design and manufacture of turbomachinery test articles and equipment. 

The Mechanical Assembly Technician is responsible for assembly of electrical parts, pieces or products using a variety of tools and equipment according to required specifications.

Every single thing we do with our customers and employees is based upon our goal of being selective to join and difficult to leave. We operate with a core set of values surrounding inclusiveness, accountability and innovation. Do you have what it takes to Be Calspan?

Core Responsibilities Listed Below – Compensation and position level commensurate with education and experience.

• Read, interpret and follow engineering drawings, diagrams, specifications, bills of materials, and other written instructions or procedures to accurately assemble product.
• Close tolerance mechanical adjusting, fitting and alignment to ensure the product meets quality standards.
• Perform quality work checks to ensure the product meets quality standards. Identify product defects and complete appropriate documentation when defects are identified. Rework and/or repair assembled equipment.
• Perform cutting, grinding, and material preparation per drawing or specification.
• Inspect grooves, angles, or gap allowances, using precision measuring instruments.

Preferred Education / Experience:

• Associates degree in related discipline
• 3+ years of experience or;
• A combination of education and experience equivalent to above

Preferred Knowledge / Ability:

• Ability to read blue prints and technical specifications.
• Proficient with various handheld tools, drill presses, light fabrication tools, hose assembly equipment and torque wrenches.
• Experience using overhead crane, forklift, material handling equipment.
• Basic computer skills; materials management systems preferred.
• Self-starter ability to work independently with little supervision..
• Strong communication, organizational, time management, and basic mathematical skills.
• Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem, produce a new concept and or idea.

Why join Calspan?

Be Calspan Culture

At Calspan, we promote an environment that empowers employees and encourages innovation. Our management team enables a strong sense of teamwork with each endeavor, where successes are shared and lessons are learned. The company’s talent brand, “Be Calspan”, incorporates our company values to Be Inclusive, Accountable, and Innovative and our commitment to drive every individual to - Be Developed, Be Balanced, Be Connected, Be Community and Be Recognized. Our culture promotes a positive atmosphere and competitive can-do method of action.

Great Benefits = Happy, Committed Employees 

Retaining great talent is as important as finding it, so at Calspan, we take our employee value proposition of Be Calspan quite seriously. To us, that means offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, recognition programs and promotional opportunities. Our benefits include: Health Insurance, Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance/Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Short-Term/Long-Term Disability, 401(k), Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Life Insurance Policy, Paid-Time Off, Company-paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave, Jury Duty, Military Leave, Employee Assistance Program, Educational Assistance Reimbursement , and Pet Insurance.

Calspan is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Calspan supports safe and drug free workplace through pre-employment background checks and drug testing.

All candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.