Aerospace Employment Opportunities

Advanced Technologies, Inc. has been in existence since 1988 and has contributed significantly to the advancement of research and applications in the aerospace industry. Advanced Technologies became an employee-owned company in January 2000.

We are currently looking for personnel in the administrative, engineering and manufacturing fields to support our growing business base.

Engineering Opportunities

STRESS ANALYST (03-20-08)

Job Description: Successful applicant will supports product development team(s) through entire development process by performing detailed analysis and testing/validation of aerospace structural assemblies and components. Typical analyses include metallic and composite materials. Applicant will provide structural substantiation using analytical tools including 3D Solid Modeling, Finite Element Modeling (FEM), spreadsheets, and hand calculations. Experience with fracture, dynamic, impact, and thermal analysis methods is a plus. Testing/validation efforts range from test design & planning, through set-up, and execution. Results of analyses and tests are documented in report and viewgraph formats. Experience with ANSYS or NASTRAN is required.

Qualifications:

BS Mech E or BS Aero E degree
5-10 years experience in aerospace or automotive industries
Familiar with design, analysis, manufacture, and testing of metal and composite structures
Good communication skills including verbal, written, and drawing abilities.
Ability and willingness to lead and support multiple, fast-paced development projects having demanding performance and schedule requirements

DESIGN ENGINEER (03-20-08)

Job Description: Successful applicant will design wind-tunnel models, airframe systems, UAV systems, rotor systems, full-scale aerospace vehicle mock-ups and test apparatus/mechanisms. Designs typically involve both metallic and composite structures. Applicant is responsible for conceptual design, including tooling and processes, through prototype fabrication, acceptance test, and delivery. Applicant will be in a dynamic hands-on R&D atmosphere often directing multiple projects. Applicant must be able to provide detailed CAD models, drawings, specifications, and project/stress reports. Experience with Pro-E, especially surface lofting, and/or Key-Creator is a plus

Qualifications:

BS Mech E or BS Aero E degree
5-10 years experience in aerospace or automotive industries
Familiar with design, analysis, manufacture, and testing of metal and composite structures
Good communication skills including verbal, written, and drawing abilities.
Ability and willingness to lead and support multiple, fast-paced development projects having demanding performance and schedule requirements

Manufacturing Opportunities

CNC MILL, LATHE AND CONVENTIONAL MACHINISTS

Individuals with five years experience running CNC milling machines (Fanuc controls a plus), NC lathes, conventional machines, and/or any combination of NC and conventional precision machine experience. Familiarity with aerospace applications a plus. Apply to Job Code 2005-01.

WIRE EDM MACHINIST

Wire EDM Operator with CNC and/or conventional machine experience. Applicants should have at least five years experience running wire EDM machines. Knowledge of the Charmillies wire EDM machines a plus. Apply to Job Code 2005-01.

For competitive salary and benefits with challenging career opportunities, send resume to hreng@ati-research.com (engineering), hrfab@ati-research.com (fabrication) or mail resumes to:

Human Resources - Employment
Advanced Technologies, Incorporated
875 Middle Ground Blvd.
Newport News, Virginia 23606

FAX: 1-757-873-3711

ATI is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V).

Note: Applicants should reference the job code number on their resume.

Please, no phone calls.

Location

Newport News, a city of more than 185,000, is at the mid-point of the Atlantic Coast and at the center of the Hampton Roads area. Newport News is served by interstate highways, rail, the Port of Hampton Roads and three commercial airports.

More than 20 international firms have located in the city, including Siemens, Canon, Muller Martini, Ferguson Enterprises, TwinPak and Iceland Seafood. MCI and UPS have major tele-services here.

Technology in the Area

Two national laboratories, The Jefferson Lab and NASA's Langley Research Center, give the city an impressive technology base. The labs support local industry through both contracting and technology transfer.

In the private sector, Siemens conducts auto motive research and development. Newport News Shipbuilding, Virginia's largest private-sector employer, also has evolved into a high-tech company. The city's Economic Development Authority is building the $58 million Virginia Advanced Shipbuilding and Carrier Integration Center, where shipyard engineers and university researchers will help design aircraft carriers. The EDA is also building a 195,000-square-foot Downtown Engineering Center for the shipyard.

Six universities with graduate programs, two community colleges and a medical college enhance the region's science and technology environment.

Quality of Life

Workers are attracted to the region's superb lifestyle. The James River, Chesapeake Bay and nearby Atlantic Ocean provide abundant water recreation. Waterfront homes are surprisingly affordable, and a choice of several golf club communities are found throughout the area.

Area attractions include Colonial Williamsburg, along with Busch Gardens. World-class museums include The Mariner's Museum and The Virginia Living Museum. Cultural amenities such as symphony, ballet, opera and theater are available.