Test Coupon Machinist

Who WE are and where WE are going

At MRA Systems, our employees have amazing opportunities to work on advanced technologies and systems that support thousands of customers and millions of people worldwide every day.  From the first flight across the Pacific Ocean to developing highly complex structures for the most popular aircraft in the world, we have come a long way always with a can-do approach to problem solving while delighting customers with our high say-do ratio.  We are looking for people with innovative ideas and the drive to help us grow into the future.

A pioneer in the production and assembly of complex aerostructures including aircraft and rocket components, engine nacelle systems, thrust reversers and advanced composite products, we apply the latest digital technologies and automation in composite design and manufacturing that are second to none.  At ST Engineering MRAS, we are also rapidly augmenting our maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) capabilities leveraging the company’s expanded aircraft nacelle portfolio as well as it’s materials and processing expertise.

Who YOU are and what YOU can become

The Test Coupon Machinist will have the responsibility of cutting and machining metallic and non-metallic material test coupons.  This includes interpreting engineering drawings, cutting and machining test coupons to specification standards, and communicating with personnel such as engineers outside of the functional lab team.  The test coupon machinist will work under the direction of Team Leaders and experienced machinists to complete assigned daily and weekly tasks in an effective and efficient manner. In addition, the machinist may be called upon to participate across other lab functional areas based on the work demand and priorities each day.   

What YOU will do

• Works with, limited to some supervision using process instructions, test plans or other written specifications to perform job duties.
• Under direction of Team Leaders and experienced machinists, responsible for meeting productivity, quality, and safety requirements.
• Must have familiarity with use of hand tools, calibrated measurement tools, table saws, band saws, drill presses, lathes, or mills, and be capable of performing hands on work
• Good written and verbal communication skills, and use of office productivity tools such as word, excel, PowerPoint.
• Cutting of composite and metallic coupons to support ATL lab functional areas
• Understanding dimensions and tolerances of engineering drawings

What YOU must bring to Succeed

• Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering field from an accredited university with a minimum of 1 year of experience in a composite manufacturing or machining environment OR High school diploma or GED equivalent with a minimum of 2 years of experience in a composite manufacturing or machining environment. Composite machining experience is a plus.

• Have a current vehicle driver’s license, and the ability to use electric lift, tow, and transportation golf carts.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple job scopes as required.

Desired Characteristics

• Experience with Metallic & Composite machining to industry standards (ASTMs, NAS, MIL-SPECs)
• Self-starting and self-motivated team player
• Ability to multitask and handle tasks with competing priorities effectively
• Basic computer skills with experience with Microsoft Excel/PowerPoint/Word
• Familiarity with SAP applications
• Trade school background (carpentry, body shop, machine shop)

AT ST Engineering, we offer great rewards, competitive pay, career advancement and growth opportunities.

Estimate salary range for this role: $26.60 to $39 per hour. Overtime eligible role. ST Engineering considers several factors with extending job offers, including but not limited to candidates’ key skills, relevant work experience, education/training/certification, job level, and work location. Base salary is only one component of our competitive Total Rewards package.

ST Engineering - MRAS Benefits:

As a full-time employee of ST Engineering- MRAS, you are eligible for our benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage starting from start date
• Health Flexible Spending Accounts
• Free Onsite Gym with weekly fitness classes  
• Immediate 401k vesting!!!
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time off (Permissive for exempt staff)

Employment Notice: Background and Drug Screening Requirements

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and secure workplace, successful completion of a background check and drug screening is a mandatory condition for employment. All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results from these screenings.

It takes diverse talent to solve real-world problems.  ST Engineering is deeply committed to building a workplace community where inclusion is valued, and everyone feels welcomed.  We’re proud to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other legally protected grounds. So, bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. It’s through our differences that innovative changes are made.

ST Engineering is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. To request an accommodation, please contact our Talent Strategies team at 571-771-0101, or by email at stena.careers@stengg.us.