Calspan is the world’s number one supplier of ground-based testing solutions and expertise for the aerospace industry. Our customers get a single, experienced partner to help them efficiently validate engine and airframe performance across development, production and maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO).

We are looking for a motivated Field Service Technician to join our St. Paul Team! This individual will perform on-site equipment installation, modifications, test, and repair of company equipment and supervision of sub-contractors performing tasks. Requires a high level of planning and organization with professional customer interaction and communication.

• Perform mechanical and electrical equipment installation and repairs in response to service requests within the guidelines of company EH&S practices/policies. Includes removal and/or modification of existing customer equipment in preparation for new equipment installations.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical and electronic applications with the use of diagnostic and test equipment.
• Conduct functional checkout and commissioning of electrical and mechanical equipment in accordance with company documentation and procedures. Submit timely and accurate reporting logs for all site activity during installation, checkout and commissioning of the test facility.
• Perform supervision of sub-contractors. Includes coordinating, directing and validation of work performed
• Document and prepare red line drawing changes, submit requests for parts and assist in writing work procedures
• Assists shop production teams with sub-assembly work and facility maintenance as needed

Preferred Education / Experience:

• Industrial mechanical/electrical experience and/or education preferred
• Valid driver’s license
• Valid US Passport - due to security requirements, US Citizenship required
• Ability to travel 60% of time  (international and domestic) 

Preferred Knowledge / Ability:

• Strong communication verbal and written skills. Must be able to effectively and professionally communicate with the customer and company personnel.
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude. Ability to interpret engineering drawings and testing procedures, as well as, hands on experience in troubleshooting of both mechanical an electrical control system.
• Microsoft Office proficient; CAD experience beneficial
• Work at heights and operate aerial lifts, fork lifts and variety of hand tools

Benefits Package: Our goal is to provide Calspan employees and their families with a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Our benefits include: Health Insurance, Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance/Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Short-Term/Long-Term Disability, 401(k) company match on first 4%, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Universal Life Insurance Policy, Paid-Time Off, Company-paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave, Jury Duty, Military Leave, Employee Assistance Program and Educational Assistance Reimbursement.

Calspan 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, disability or veteran status. Calspan supports safe and drug free workplace through pre-employment background checks and drug testing.