Engineering Support Specialist

Aevex • Tampa, FL

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About The Position

The Engineering Support Specialist provides technical, administrative, and operational support to the engineering team, helping ensure that projects, documentation, and processes are completed efficiently and in compliance with organizational standards. The role serves as a liaison between engineering, production, vendors, and cross-functional departments to support smooth workflows and timely issue resolution.

The specialist supports engineering leadership, documentation and reporting, ERP activities, contractor timekeeping, technical troubleshooting, data analysis, scheduling, and special projects. The position collaborates with operations, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to address technical discrepancies and clarify engineering requirements. Candidates need strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, as well as experience with data analytics tools and engineering or business support processes.

An associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical or analytical field, or equivalent experience, is required. The role requires at least two years of experience in engineering support, program support, or data analysis, and at least two years of experience with PowerBI or other data analytics tools. U.S. citizenship is required, along with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI DoD clearance. The position frequently involves sitting and reaching to use computers and other office equipment.

AEVEX Aerospace supports U.S. national security missions and partner nation needs through aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. The company offers a benefits package that includes retirement, insurance coverage, professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan.

Requirements

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively across technical and non-technical teams.
• Strong expertise in Microsoft PowerPoint and ability to translate complex data into simple, visual executive summaries.
• Strong expertise in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, basic formulas, and data formatting.
• Experience or familiarity with tracking technical invoices, procurement or supply chain, or ERP workflows.
• Problem-solving mindset and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional organization and communication skills, with high attention to detail when managing company data systems.
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Business Analytics, Data Science, Statistics, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience.
• At least 2 years of experience in an engineering support, program support, or data analyst role.
• At least 2 years of experience with PowerBI or other data analytics tools.
• Experience with PLM, ERP, or document-control systems.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI DoD clearance.
• Regular and reliable attendance on a full-time basis or in accordance with the posted schedule.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of ISO standards or other quality systems.
• Experience with PowerBI, Jira, Visio, and Confluence.
• Background in manufacturing, hardware, or technology industries.
• Background in defense contracting or U.S. military experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day technical and administrative support to engineering leadership.
• Create, revise, and organize engineering documentation, including briefing materials, meeting minutes, SOPs, and data reports.
• Support ERP activities, including entering purchase requisitions, receiving invoices, and auditing data.
• Assist with managing contractor timesheets and staffing needs as required.
• Troubleshoot basic technical issues and escalate complex problems to appropriate engineering personnel.
• Gather data, prepare reports, develop PowerBI dashboards, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with operations, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to resolve technical discrepancies or clarify engineering requirements.
• Assist with scheduling activities and meetings, tracking action items, and leading special projects.
• Maintain organized engineering files, logs, and reference materials.
• Perform other duties as required.
• Exhibit professional behavior with internal and external business associates, reflecting company policies and practices.
• Align daily actions with department goals and company culture.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance group coverage, with a portion of premiums paid by the company.
• Professional development funds.
• Employee Assistance Plan with counseling, legal help, and child and elder care support, among other benefits for qualified employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree