Engineering Technician AXFAB

Aviation And Aerospace Lab Technician

Discover Your Future with Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University! Embry-Riddle: A Global Leader in Aviation and Aerospace With vibrant campuses in Daytona Beach, FL and Prescott, AZ, plus a Worldwide network across approximately 120 locations, Embry-Riddle stands as the world's largest aviation and aerospace university. For over 95 years, we've been pioneering education in STEM fields, serving over 11,600 residential students and 19,200 globally in the 2023-24 academic year with cutting-edge programs in Applied Science, Aviation, Business, Technology, Engineering, Safety, Security, and Space.

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The College of Engineering at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Prescott, AZ is seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Lab Technician to join one of the most innovative and dynamic undergraduate engineering education programs in the country. This role is crucial to the smooth operation of our lab facilities and the success of our students' learning experiences. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in engineering test facilities and equipment, along with a passion for working with students. Key Responsibilities Assist in day-to-day operations of engineering labs, ensuring all equipment is present and functional. Provide support to faculty in the use of engineering test facilities and equipment. Assist in the preparation and execution of laboratory experiments and demonstrations. Work closely with faculty in fostering a hands-on learning environment for undergraduate engineering students. Maintain a clean, safe, and well supplied laboratory environment. Work under the direction of faculty implement innovative lab activities and projects. Conduct training sessions and workshops for students on the proper use of lab equipment and techniques. Other duties as assigned.

The College of Engineering (COE) faculty are housed in a modern academic complex, which is adjacent to robotics, mechatronics, propulsion, and wind tunnel laboratories. The COE faculty also make extensive use of the Aerospace Experimentation and Fabrication laboratory complex. This building consists of a fabrication suite, space systems lab, structural dynamics lab, materials science lab, mechanical testing lab, structures lab, and dedicated faculty research labs. The recently completed Propulsion and Aerodynamics Complex is a 12,000 square foot building that houses resources and space for both the Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Departments. The STEM Education building is home to the Robotics and Thermal-Energy Labs, our Rapid Prototyping Lab and the Jim and Linda Lee Planetarium. All of these labs feature state-of-the-art equipment for undergraduate student use.

Perks Await You at Embry-Riddle!

Generous Time Off: Enjoy 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day.

Personal Leave: Relax with 12 days of personal leave for non-exempt employees or 18 days for exempt full-time employees in your first year.

Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.

Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes 6% of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution - with no vesting period.