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Ascent Aerospace

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 Mechanical Designer 1 designs tooling and equipment to be used in the manufacture of large carbon fiber parts and assemblies for aircraft production. They will provide tooling concepts, models, and designs from basic engineering surfaces and customer Statement of Work.
 
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.
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<li>Create tool designs from customer supplied part models and specifications</li>
<li>Load models and engineering, interrogate models, create tooling surfaces</li>
<li>Generate and supply data for off-site fabrication</li>
<li>Attend and provide support in design reviews with customers</li>
<li>Freehand concept sketches to quickly communicate and develop designs</li>
<li>Internally interface with design leads and manufacturing departments, including quality and inspection</li>
<li>Create and release models and drawings concurrent with project build philosophy</li>
<li>Any additional duties as reasonably assigned by management</li>
</ul>
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:
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<li>BS in Mechanical Engineering or similar field, with less than 3 years of experience</li>
</ul>
Familiarity with CAD software (Catia, NX, Solidworks, etc)Clear written and oral communicationAbility to work individually and in a team environmentThis position must meet Export Control Compliance requirements, therefore a "US Person" as defined by 22.C.F.R. is requiredRequired to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance for the entire duration of employment.
 
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
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<li>BS in Mechanical Engineering or similar field, with less than 3 years of experience</li>
<li>3+ years of experience with CATIA V5 or V6</li>
<li>Knowledge of manufacturing practices, fabrication</li>
<li>Internship in similar field</li>
<li>Knowledge of materials (metallic and composite)</li>
<li>Ability to free hand sketches to quickly communicate and develop designs</li>
</ul>
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
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<li>None</li>
</ul>
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
 Most travel is primarily local during the business day. Some projects may require travel out of the area and overnight stays.
 
BENEFITS
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<li>Medical Insurance</li>
<li>Dental Insurance</li>
<li>Vision Insurance</li>
<li>Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance</li>
<li>Life Insurance</li>
<li>AD&D Insurance</li>
<li>PTO</li>
<li>401k Match</li>
</ul>
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.
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<li>Typically sits for extended periods at a computer workstation</li>
<li>May access and work in the manufacturing plant</li>
<li>While performing the duties of this job, employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes and airborne particles</li>
<li>The employee may be exposed to vibration</li>
<li>The employee is occasionally exposed to caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate</li>
<li>May be required to travel to other site locations during the work day</li>
<li>May be required to work weekends to meet department and business demands</li>
<li>Work with safe manufacturing processes and understand that eyewear is mandatory in the manufacturing area.</li>
<li>Knows that safety shoes are recommended in the manufacturing area</li>
</ul>
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.
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<li>Must be able to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.</li>
<li>Must be able to see, talk, hear, touch, feel and reach with hands and arms.</li>
<li>Must be able to frequently walk and stand for short periods of time</li>
<li>Must be able to lift and move up to 35lbs, occasionally lift and move objects up to 50lbs.</li>
</ul>
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.
 
ABOUT US
 Ascent Aerospace is a world renowned, single-source provider of production and automated assembly systems for the aerospace, defense and space industries. As the largest tooling group, Ascent produces a full suite of both mold and assembly tooling required for the aerospace manufacturing market, including the largest invar molds ever made for aerospace. As an automation provider and production system integrator, Ascent work with 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.
 
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.

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