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Engineering Technician 1

HANWHA AEROSPACE USA LLC
Newington, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 9/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/8/2026

Job Title: Engineering Tech

Exempt Status: Non-Exempt

Location: Newington, CT


Company Description:

Hanwha Aerospace USA has long been recognized as a leader in the development and supply of flight critical Aerospace/Defense components and assemblies. Operating out of four state-of-the-art facilities located in Connecticut, Hanwha Aerospace USA offers growth and career development opportunities to enrich your talents. 


Summary: 

Position that acts as a intermediary between the Programming team and Shop Floor operations to troubleshoot and deploy programming changes. Will assist with the setup and running of 1st pieces on the shop floor with operator when a programming change has been made. 20% of the job will be Programming training with the goal of becoming a Junior CMM Programmer once proficient.


Essential Functions:

  • Create offline measurement programs that satisfy internal and customer part specifications. 
  • Assist with creating work instructions, setup instructions, and perform training events to ensure Coordinate Measurement Machine (CMM) operators can efficiently operate the machine and execute measure programs. 
  • Assist with established measurement program approval procedure. 
  • Assist with Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) maintenance. 
  • Conduct operator training and production support.
  • Follow established standard programming procedures.
  • Write instruction sheets and geometric layouts to outline sequence of operations, and cutter setup to guide setup and operations of machine. 
  • Work from blueprints, engineering instructions, specifications, and standard work.
  • Visually inspect and measure completed development units in order to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications, using precision instruments such as micrometers.
  • Report faulty or unusual conditions to the appropriate level of supervision.
  • Perform other related duties or responsibilities as requested or required.


Required Qualifications & Experience:

  • Must be a “U.S. Person” as defined by the U.S. Government and able to work without restrictions with ITAR related data
  • High School Degree or G.E.D required
  • 3 years of experience in manufacturing environment. 


Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, and Excel). 
  • Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with all levels of the organization.
  • Ability to read, write, understand, and speak English at a functional level.
  • Ability to interpret policies, procedures, and standard business practices.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering work instructions.
  • Ability to set up and operate CNC turning and milling machines. 
  • Ability to use common shop tools, machine tools, and engineered gaging.
  • Ability to travel domestically – 5% to 10% max. 
  • Knowledge of machine codes and G codes. 
  • Knowledge of appropriate speeds and feeds for materials and tools. 
  • Knowledge of Quality Management Standards (QMS) such as AS9100 and ISO9001
  • Knowledge of ASME Y14.5 requirements
  • Knowledge of Geometric Dimension & Tolerance (GD&T)

 

Physical Demands / Work Capacity Evaluation

The essential functions of this position may vary based on specific assignments, work locations, and operational needs. Physical capability is evaluated through a post-offer, pre-employment Human Performance Evaluation (HPE), which assesses an individual’s ability to perform the essential functions of the job safely and effectively, with or without reasonable accommodation, in accordance with applicable laws.


 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform.

 

Hanwha Aerospace USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, Sexual Orientation, and Gender Identity or Expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit Retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or otherwise oppose discrimination.

*Subject to change with or without notice*

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