Assembler - Oxygen Lab Technician

Assembler - Oxygen Lab Technician

Employment Category: Administrative
Company Name: East/West Industries
Work Schedule: Full-Time
Available Shifts: Days
Work Location: New York Metro Area
Contact Phone: (631) 981-5900
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The Oxygen Lab Technician is responsible for assembling, testing, and inspecting our Emergency Oxygen System (EOS) and Survival Kits for ejection seats.
Essential Functions
  • Read and understand blueprints/drawings.
  • Performs Oxygen Cylinder Hydrostatic Testing (PVET - Permanent Volume Expansion Test) and Oxygen Cylinder Cleanliness Test.
  • Operates Nitrogen and Oxygen Test Boards.
  • Performs other tests relating to reducers, low-pressure manifold, relief valves, Pull Testing (Proof Test), connector assembly test, filler valve test and filler valve gauge testing.
  • Documents temperature and pressure readings; reports any irregular readings to management.
  • Troubleshoots and diagnoses all unit components and reports defective parts to management.
  • Maintains all gauges, charts, and other related equipment for used testing.
  • Maintain a clean Oxygen Lab Assembly/maintenance area.
  • Interface with Engineering Department on design.
  • Observes and follow all company safety rules and policies.

Qualifications/Minimum requirements
  • U.S. Citizenship Required.
  • Ability to read, write, and speak in English proficiently.
  • GED, High School degree; technical and vocational training preferred.
  • Previous industry experience preferred.
  • Knowledge of general assembly hand tools is preferred.
  • Knowledge of ASME and AGA codes is a plus.
  • Basic knowledge of mechanical systems, critical thinking skills, and proficiency with standard testing tools are preferred.
  • Prior experience with an aerospace defense manufacturer is preferred.

East/West offers a generous benefits package, including but not limited to:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision,
  • Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability
  • Aflac Voluntary benefits (Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital, STD)
  • PTO (3 weeks accrued the first year!)
  • 10 Paid Holidays
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • 401(k) with matching
  • Pet Insurance
  • 9/80 work schedule (Every other Friday off)