Field Engineering Assistant - Apprentice

AERO OPERATING LLC • Westbury, NY

12d • $90 - $110 • Onsite

About The Position

The Engineering Assistant is a field role that will provide hands-on and technical support to engineers and other staff, assisting with the development and implementation of engineering, manufacturing, and maintenance projects. This role will involve a wide range of responsibilities, including research, data collection and analysis, design drafting (AutoCAD), and document preparation. The Field Engineering Assistant will also provide hands-on support for equipment assembly, maintenance and operation.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in engineering or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 3 to 5 yrs. experience in a manufacturing and or maintenance environment.
• Strong knowledge of engineering principles and practices.
• Intimate knowledge of AutoCAD software.
• Good problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Able to lift to 50 lbs.
• Required to walk, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, lift, grasp, carry, push, and pull.
• Must be able to pass airport badge screening process.
• Familiar with 12VDC Systems, relays, PLC knowledge a plus, but not necessary

Nice To Haves

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willing to work in non-climate-controlled conditions.
• Highly proficient with Microsoft Office Suite—Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Teams.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to prioritize.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to travel (average 25% to 40%)

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance to engineers.
• Perform research and analysis of engineering data.
• Create and maintain engineering documents (AutoCAD).
• Assist in the development and implementation of engineering projects.
• Verify the accuracy of engineering calculations.
• Support the research and development of new engineering designs.
• Work with Technicians on the assembly and repair of equipment.

Benefits

• medical, dental & vision insurance
• a 401k plan with company match
• basic life insurance
• disability & accidental death
• short- and long-term disability
• additional voluntary products
• accrued paid or sick time off

What This Job Offers

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