Field Service Engineer

Ascent Aerospace Inspiring the next generation of flight!

Ascent Aerospace is a world-renowned, single-source provider of production and automated assembly systems for the aerospace and defense industry. We provide high-precision advanced automated equipment as well as a full suite of both mold and assembly tooling required for the aerospace manufacturing market, including the largest Invar molds ever made making us the largest tooling group in the industry. We work with our customers to develop their project and see it through, from process engineering to build and installation, to ensure it is an efficient and cost-effective solution. As a true, single-source integrator, we have proven tools to surpass our customer expectations. We have greater control of timing and schedules, which allows for 100% accountability, and avoids costly mark-ups, ultimately saving our customers money. The result: a group of businesses, each an industry leader within their own discipline, now acting as one truly integrated supply base.

SUMMARY OF POSITION

This job is resident at the Northrop Grumman facility in Iuka Mississippi. The individual will provide engineering support, integration support, and technical support for tooling and automated assemblies. The individual will be required to perform maintenance on the tooling on site which will include but not limited to, setting details, replacing broken pins, bushings, and bolts, lubricating jack screws and motor bearings, etc. It is the responsibility of the successful candidate to debug, troubleshoot, test, and report out on automation systems in our clients facility. Work includes supporting and troubleshooting PLC SW logic, CNC programming, HMI programming, drive configuration, and any other electromechanical equipment. The individual will be an integral part of the team from integration at Ascent facilities through production support at the customer facility and will be counted on to represent Ascent Aerospace in a professional manner.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

This document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying the position.

• Responsible for mechanical equipment, moving details, automated controls system installation, testing, debug/troubleshooting, commissioning, buy-off, and production support
• Support emergency trouble shooting and repairs
• Provide written summary reports for according to site requirements for documentation
• Conduct and/or support Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) requirements
• Operate and maintain systems while promoting good customer relationships
• Work with other integration engineers to provide after-market feedback on software and hardware issues to prevent issues from re-occurring
• Reviews his/her Program department metrics to ensure accuracy of reporting program performance to management and Customers. Provides recommendations to improve metrics designed to enhance operation efficiencies

REQUIRED SKILLS, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful job performance will be considered. Typical qualifications would be:

• Experience in PLC logic and programming with any of the following PLCs: Allen Bradley or Siemens

• Experience in mechanical, electrical, hydraulic/pneumatic principals/processes

• Mechanical aptitude

• Machining experience and capability

• Familiar with manufacturing shop and shop environment

• Ability to organize and maintain effective inventory

• Proficient in MS Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and Project.

• This position must meet Export Control Compliance requirements, therefore a "US Person" as defined by 22.C.F.R. is required

• Must possess Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance and maintain security clearance for the duration of employment. In addition, the job requires applying for and obtaining a Special Access for specific programs.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in a Manufacturing Engineering environment preferred
• Experience with Aerospace Automated Equipment Integration is preferred
• Experience with being hands on and a high level of mechanical intuition preferred
• Interpersonal skills the individual maintains confidentiality, remains open to others ideas, and exhibits willingness to try new things when working with various Internal/External stakeholders
• Oral communication the individual speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, demonstrates group presentation skills, and conducts meetings
• Adaptability the individual adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands, and can deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events
• Dependability the individual is consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to management direction, and solicits feedback to improve performance
• Safety and security the individual actively promotes and personally observes safety and security procedures, and uses office equipment and materials properly
• Strategic planning working in a team environment to establish group goal and objectives, and developing/implementing action plans focused on achievement
• Negotiations and conflict resolution proficient in the ability to negotiate; resolve and problem solve program issues in a respectful, professional manner
• Production Support Knowledge and experience with production support and working with customers through production down times

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• This position requires travel up to 10% of the time

WORKING CONDITIONS

Working conditions described here are representative of those that may be experienced by an employee on a daily basis while performing the functions of this job.

• Typically sits for extended periods at a computer workstation
• May access and work in the manufacturing plant
• While performing the duties of this job, employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes and airborne particles
• The employee may be exposed to vibration
• The employee is occasionally exposed to caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
• May be required to travel to other site locations during the work day
• May be required to work weekends to meet department and business demands
• Work with safe manufacturing processes and understand that eyewear is mandatory in the manufacturing area.
• Knows that safety shoes are recommended in the manufacturing area

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

• Must be able to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Must be able to see, talk, hear, touch, feel and reach with hands and arms.
• Must be able to frequently walk and stand for short periods of time
• Must be able to lift and move up to 35lbs, occasionally lift and move objects up to 50lbs.

BENEFITS

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• AD&D Insurance
• PTO
• 401k Match

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing an employee reference check, criminal background check, and drug screening.

This position requires use of information that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder').

Ascent Aerospace 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, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please call toll-free +1 586-726-0500. This phone number is created exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.

No Unauthorized Referrals from Recruiters & Vendors

Please note that Ascent Aerospace does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or offers from third party recruiters or staffing agencies associated with any published or unpublished employment opportunities. Any unsolicited information sent to Ascent Aerospace will be considered as unencumbered and free from any fee or charge whatsoever. Only members of our Human Resources Team have the authority to engage or authorize recruiting services, which must be agreed upon before the unsolicited resume or offer is received.