Controls and Instrumentation Designer

Overview

Calspan JETS is the world’s premier supplier of ground-based testing solutions for the aerospace industry. We deliver highly engineered facilities, electro-mechanical systems, and software specifically designed for jet engine testing. These solutions are used by airlines, OEMs, and MRO businesses to ensure the global fleet of jet engines tested daily are safe to fly.

Why Join Calspan JETS? At Calspan JETS, we foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous growth. As a member of our integrated team, you''ll be an important part of an environment where people are passionate about delivering robust solutions and complex systems.

Controls & Instrumentation (C&I) Designer is responsible for the efficient production of detailed electrical, schematic, pneumatic, fabrication, and assembly drawing packages based on engineering inputs for test cells, wind tunnels, and other aerospace ground test facilities. This role supports the design and development of highly engineered systems used in jet engine testing and other aerospace applications.

9/80 work schedule available (every-other Friday off)! This position is on-site at our newly renovated St. Paul location.

Every single thing we do with our customers and employees is based upon our goal of being selective to join and difficult to leave. We operate with a core set of values surrounding inclusiveness, accountability and innovation. Do you have what it takes to Be Calspan?

• Partner with engineers to design electrical, controls and facility integrated systems. Organize CAD drawings (junction box and other larger assemblies, panel layouts, schematics, cable assemblies, etc.) and bills of material in accordance with company configuration management plan and established procedures.
• Research and select/specify hardware based on design requirements.
• Clearly communicate and manage the release of bills of material and drawings outside of engineering. Includes communication of changes due to drawing and bill of material revisions to downstream departments and customers.
• Interface with procurement, production, and installation teams to resolve issues and concerns discovered during equipment assembly, testing, and commissioning.
• Perform design duties on schedule and within budget, adhering to quality standards, industry codes, and customer requirements.
• Perform remote site field installation, checkout, testing, and customer service.

Preferred

Education / Experience:

• Bachelors degree in electrical technology or related discipline
• 3+ years of related experience or;
• A combination of education and experience equivalent to above

Preferred Knowledge / Ability:

• Experience with AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, Solid Works Electrical
• Experience with ERP based bills of material systems
• Familiarity with GE, Allen Bradley, and Siemens PLC’s
• Familiarity with NFPA 70 (National Electric Code)
• Experience with various measurement instruments (pressure transducers, thermocouples, RTDs, limit switches, strain gauges, flow meters, etc.)
• Able to balance priorities between multiple projects simultaneously
• Hands on electrical assembly and installation experience is desired
• Ability to work effectively and productively as an individual contributor and collaborate as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Microsoft Office proficiency
• 10% international and/or domestic travel
• US Person
• Valid passport

Be Calspan Culture

At Calspan, we promote an environment that empowers employees and encourages innovation. Our management team enables a strong sense of teamwork with each endeavor, where successes are shared and lessons are learned. The company’s talent brand, “Be Calspan”, incorporates our company values to Be Inclusive, Accountable, and Innovative and our commitment to drive every individual to - Be Developed, Be Balanced, Be Connected, Be Community and Be Recognized.

Our culture promotes a positive atmosphere and competitive can-do method of action.

Great Benefits = Happy, Committed Employees

Retaining great talent is as important as finding it, so at Calspan, we take our employee value proposition of Be Calspan quite seriously. To us, that means offering…