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

The Controls Engineering Intern will work with the Controls Team to gain a thorough understanding of the career field to include theory and practical application of obtained knowledge. The Controls Engineering Intern will perform a variety of basic controls engineering, technical and administrative tasks.

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.

Support the team as necessary to achieve the set targets.
To design, develop and improve new and existing processes. To understand the effects of process variables on the engineering performance of components, optimizing process capabilities, costs and material flow and commissioning and layout of plant and equipment
Support Controls Engineers while they participate in Controls System manufacturing, and commissioning on Ascent Aerospace shop floor.
Begin developing customer relations within customer engineering groups.
Assist cross-functioning teams in project specific controls engineering activities, design, process, programming, etc.
Assist with projects from cost analysis to completion and provide timely updates on project status.
Any additional duties reasonably assigned by management.

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:

Pursuing a Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
Some exposure with PLC/HMI preferred.
Proficient in MS Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Project.
Some experience with 3D CAD modeling software and data management tools
Demonstrated experience working with cross functional teams.
This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22.C.F.R. § is required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Effective speaking and listening skills.
Attention to detail.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Strong customer service skills
Ability to work on assignments where all tasks are not completely mapped.
Should exhibit high levels of professionalism.
Ability to establish and maintain efficient project organization and provide technical direction to the project team.
Ability to provide effective feedback to management on a regular basis, raising issues and problems as necessary, establishing an appropriate priority.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some projects may require more out-of-the-area and overnight travel.

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.