Controls Technician

Albany Engineered Composites (AEC) is one of the most technically advanced designers and manufacturers of lightweight composite aerospace structures, subassemblies and components.  For more than 50 years, AEC has innovated advanced composite solutions for defense and commercial industries in applications from large commercial transports to fighter jets and commercial and military rotorcraft. 

Our composite design and fabrication expertise can be found on many commercial platforms such as Boeing’s 7-series family, the Airbus A380 aircraft as well as Sikorsky S-76 helicopter.   For defense programs, AEC provides a wide range of products including complete structural assemblies, flight critical components, primary and secondary structural elements for platforms such as the F-35 Lightning II, the CH-53K Heavy-lift Helicopter and the Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missile (JASSM).  

AEC is committed to delivering high-quality, economical composite solutions to our customers.  Significant investment in infrastructure and automation ensures AEC is positioned to maximize that value, offering the right processes to meet our customer’s needs.   

As our Controls Technician provides technical support problem solving, documentation maintenance, modifications, and continuous improvement for power panels and automated controls systems.  In this role you’ll be reporting to our Maintenance Manager and have the opportunity to play a critical role in ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of our automated equipment is maintained.  You will work closely with our engineering and maintenance teams to maintain, troubleshoot, and upgrade all aspects of all aspects of equipment to meet the high-quality standards and regulatory requirements of the aerospace industry.

• Frequent repetitive hand movements, using hand tools and test equipment.
• Frequently remain in a stationary position up to 75% of the time
• Frequently move about the facility indoors as well as outdoors to make repairs, etc.
• Constantly positions self to repair/build equipment and/or facility.
• Frequently ascends/descends a ladder to service equipment and/or complete a building repair.
• Able to lift 50 lbs., work overhead, climb internal and external ladders, walk long distances, and stand for extended periods. Bending, stooping, and kneeling for extended periods is required.
• Must work in all climates as required for the business needs.

• High School Diploma or recognized equivalent
• Proficiency in reading electrical schematics and blueprints.
• Strong knowledge of electrical codes, regulations, and safety standards.
• Experience with aerospace manufacturing or a similar precision industry is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Flexibility to work various shifts and overtime as needed.
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude with the ability to efficiently diagnose advanced mechanical and electrical problems quickly and efficiently.
• 5-7 years of hands-on troubleshooting of PLC and automated controls maintenance, Technical Understanding, Technical Zeal, Deals with Uncertainty, advanced Safety, Power Tools, Attention to Detail, Flexibility in work schedule as job requires, little or no Supervision required, Job Knowledge, Productivity and computer skills are necessary.

• As a Department of Defense Contractor we are required to hire US Persons.

• Visa sponsorship is not being offered.

We follow OFCCP guidelines for accepting applications.

Apply at www.albint.com

We are an equal opportunity employer. Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test.

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