Mechanical Technician

Job Description: Aerolab is seeking a qualified candidate to fill a Mechanical Technician position. The position is full-time. The candidate will be responsible for installing, servicing and maintaining wind tunnels all over the world. Candidate will traveling to various job sites domestically and internationally to install and commission wind tunnels as well as research wind tunnels for customers all around the world.

Duties and Responsibilities: The candidate is expected to perform the following routine functions:

Collaborate with engineers and general contractors to install and service wind tunnels

Travel to customer sites to install and commission research wind tunnels

Provide technical support to customers on how to operate the wind tunnels

Coordinate with the company’s mechanical engineers for structural analysis and FEA when required

Have the ability to work with various groups of people with a broad level of technical skills

Required Skills:

Strong knowledge of sheet metal design and fabrication

Basic knowledge of design for CNC machining

Experience in design of machinery components and systems would be a plus

Familiarity with motion control systems is strongly preferred

Experience in computer aided drafting techniques and standard engineering practices

Familiarity with engineering terminology

Proficient in use of Microsoft Office and Word Processing software

Good time management skills, high work ethics

Positive contributor to team participation

Focused, methodical with good analytical skills

Familiarity with machine shop practices and associated equipment is a plus

Ability to handle multiple activities to meet target dates

Able to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos

Good communication skills and ability to work in teams

Education and Experience:

4 Year degree in Mechanical Engineering / Engineering Technology  Or 

2 Year degree and 2+ years of experience in Mechanical Design  Or 

6 years of mechanical installation or field service work for heavy machinery

Location and Travel:

The position is based at Aerolab’s main facility in Jessup MD

Travel is expected up to 50% of the time