Mechanical Engineering Technician

4 days ago


Loves Park, Illinois, United States Woodward, Inc. Full time $43,000 - $72,000 per year

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.

We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.

Woodward supports our members' wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Level 1

  • Estimated annual base pay: $21.58 (minimum) - $26.97 (midpoint) - $32.36 (maximum) Plus shift differential and overtime IF APPLICABLE

Level 2

  • Estimated annual base pay: $27.42 (minimum) - $34.28 (midpoint) - $41.14 (maximum) Plus shift differential and overtime IF APPLICABLE

  • All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity

  • 401(k) match (4.5%)
  • Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
  • Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
  • 12 paid holidays, including floating holidays
  • Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire

  • Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave

  • Paid parental leave
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits
  • Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
  • Member referral bonus

  • Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending

  • Voluntary benefits, including:

  • Home / Auto Insurance discounts

  • Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

Are you ready to make your mark? If you're an Engineering Development Technician or looking to become one, we have an exciting opportunity for you on 1st shift (6:00A-2:30P). The Engineering Development Technician is responsible for the performance of routine functions that require the application of standard techniques and procedures to solve technical problems.

What You Will Be Doing

  • Innovative Assembly: Put your skills to the test by assembling cutting-edge mechanical components for the dynamic aerospace industry
  • Hands-On Testing: Engage in exciting testing of newly designed, production, and modified products in both an environmental testing lab and production environment
  • New Product Introduction (NPI): Play a key role in transitioning NPI products to production including developing assembly and test processes
  • Team Collaboration: Be a vital part of our core engineering team, contributing to product design evolution and test planning
  • Advanced Testing Equipment: Assemble sophisticated test carts and fixtures featuring pneumatic, electrical, hydraulic, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems for thorough product qualification testing
  • Data Analysis: Record and review test results both numerical and graphical ensuring compliance with test objectives and specifications

What We Are Looking For

Level 1

  • 2 plus years' experience with assembly and/or test functions in a similar manufacturing environment
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving abilities
  • US- High School Diploma or equivalent certificate required
  • Aerospace industry experience preferred (A&P License highly desired)

Level 2

  • Internal applicants must have a minimum of 2 years' experience as an Operations Technician, or 1 year as an R&O Technician.
  • Experience setting up and testing new, modified, and production product designs.
  • Experience using basic machine tools to fabricate needed assembly and test tooling and fixtures

Why Join Us?

  • Impactful Work: Contribute to the development of cutting-edge aerospace technology
  • Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a passionate and innovative engineering team
  • Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and advancement
  • Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary and benefits packages

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).

Woodward is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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