Career Opportunities

PPI welcomes the opportunity to hear from passionate and creative individuals seeking a professional opportunity in a growing and innovative environment. We currently employ a dynamic group of professionals and would welcome the opportunity to review your resume and/or portfolio of work.

Internship Opportunities

In an effort to inspire and develop next generation leaders in innovation, PPI’s “Innovation in Practice Experience” offers internship opportunities on a rolling basis. Please feel free to contact us if an internship is of interest.

Equal Opportunity Employer

PPI’s policy is to comply with all applicable laws and to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees without regard to non-job-related factors such as race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or sexual orientation. This policy applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfer, and social and recreational programs.

Available Positions

If you have an interest in a PPI Aerospace position, please contact Ms. Kathy Donoghue at kdonoghue@protoprod.com.

For all inquiries at PPI's Ashburn location, please send an email to Terry Hadley at hr@protoprod.com

Aerospace Division Opportunities

PPI has opportunities on-site at NASA/Goddard Space Flight Center. PPI has advanced manufacturing and harness assembly personnel supporting the ETIS (Environmental Test and Integration Services) contract. PPI also provides Quality Assurance, Mission Operations, Systems Engineering, and Integration and Test personnel on other contracts.

Manufacturing Engineer

SUMMARY
Perform detail level, non-supervisory engineering analysis and design of new and modified components in accordance with engineering standards and project scope.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Represent the Company and foster relationships with its clients.
2. Maintain effective communication with suppliers, internal and external customers, and outside resources concerning technical issues
3. Enforce the proper use of engineering criteria and drawing standards. Ensure that technical issues are conducted within the framework of company policies and procedures
4. Researches, studies, and proposes use of new technologies to be used in the development of new and improved products
5. Evaluate designs for performance, safety, and reliability
6. Generates layouts, CAD models, drawings, specifications, and bills of material
7. Perform engineering analysis to support the selection of parts, components, and materials that meet requirements
8. Provide technical assistance for prototype, pilot, and production support
9. Fabricate and assemble functional prototypes for internal and external customer evaluation.
10. Analyze and resolve issues reported to Engineering via verbal or written communication
11. Prepare technical proposals, quotations, reports, and presentations
12. Perform job duties in an ethical, professional manner. Conduct duties consistent with the Company’s mission statement, quality objectives, and defined policies and procedures.
13. Possess a positive attitude and genuine desire to solve problems.

Experience
•2 years of production line support
•2 years of using a 3D CAD package
•Operating in an ISO9001:2008 environment
•Working with an ERP system

Desired Skills
•Proficiency using SolidWorks
•Proficiency using Made2Manage ERP

Certain positions with Prototype Productions require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum

Lead Mechanical Technician

Lead Mechanical Technician needed for on-site support at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center. Position will be in support of the Advanced Manufacturing area with primary responsibility for verification of mechanical fabrication products using CMM, Faro Arms and Laser Trackers. Must be experienced with CMM operation, reading of mechanical drawings, dimensional analysis, and familiar with CNC operations. Responsibilities will include planning, coordinating, and directing a quality control program designed to ensure continuous production of products consistent with established standards. The Lead Mechanical Technician will develop and analyze statistical data and product specifications to determine present standards and establish proposed quality and reliability expectancy of finished products. They will ensure that production procedures are adhered to with the goal of maximizing product reliability and minimizing rework costs.

CNC Machinist/Programmer

The CNC Machinist/Programmer is responsible for the creation and revision of numerical control programs for the machining of parts.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/ DUTIES:

Five plus years of experience with operation of CNC Lathe using MASTERCAM software.
Five plus years of experience with plunge and wire EDM machines.
Experience with MASTERCAM software for generation of CNC programs.
Willingness to work overtime, holidays, weekends as required

¨ Other duties as assigned

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
PROGRAMMERS SHOULD HAVE AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE OF THE FOLLOWING:

1. Experience on vertical mill (3- and 4-axis) with Fanuc, Okuma, Haas, Toshiba, Siemens, and Heidenhain controls.
2. Experience on horizontal mill (3-, 4-, and 5-axis) with Fanuc, Okuma, Haas, Toshiba, Siemens, and Heidenhain controls.
3. Experience on horizontal and vertical lathes with Fanuc controls and live tooling
4. Experience on mill-turn, positioning 5-axis, and full axis machines with Fanuc, Siemens, Heidenhain, and Okuma controls
5. Experience on plunge and wire EDM machines
6. Extensive knowledge of geometry, trigonometry, and algebra as they apply in the machine shop
7. Successful experience in writing programs by hand with calculator and pencil (this will ensure that the candidate knows the "why" behind the "how")
8. Knowledge of Mastercam (version X or newer is a must) CAM software as it relates to generating programs for ALL of the equipment mentioned in 1-5 above
10.Knowledge of SolidWorks CAD software. Knowledge must allow candidate to create and edit process drawings as needed and to create his/her own solid models when necessary
11. “Hands On” Shop Floor experience
Competency Statement(s)
¨ Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
¨ Accurate - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
¨ Adaptability - Ability to adapt to change in the workplace.
¨ Ambition - The drive to achieve personal advancement.
¨ Analytical Skills - Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.
¨ Competitive - Willingness to strive to get ahead or to finish projects.
¨ Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
¨ Diversity Oriented - Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type.
¨ Energetic - Ability to work at a sustained pace and produce quality work.
¨ Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.
¨ Interpersonal - Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals.
¨ Motivation - Ability to inspire oneself and others to reach a goal and/or perform to the best of their ability.
¨ Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.
¨ Self Motivated - Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of ones ability using his or her own drive or initiative.
¨ Team Building - Ability to convince a group of people to work toward a goal.
¨ Technical Aptitude - Ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information.
¨ Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
Job Skill Requirements
Developed proficiency with CAM software (MasterCam), verification software (Vericut and/or ShopTalk), program editors, and other softwares as necessary
Developed math skills as necessary to perform essential duties
EDUCATION
HS diploma
Bachelor degree or equivalent experience
Software-specific CAD/CAM training or equivalent experience
Experience
Minimum 5 years machining experience or equivalent programming experience

SKILLS & ABILITIES
Computer Skills
Developed computer skills pertaining to CAD/CAM software and other softwares utilized in the programming
environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities; require by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Will have the ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (ANSI Safety Goggles)

Sr Electrical Engineer

SUMMARY
Perform detail level, non-supervisory engineering analysis and design of new and modified components in accordance with engineering standards and project scope.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Represent the Company and foster relationships with its clients.
2. Maintain effective communication with suppliers, internal and external customers, and outside resources concerning technical issues
3. Enforce the proper use of engineering criteria and drawing standards. Ensure that technical issues are conducted within the framework of company policies and procedures
4. Researches, studies, and proposes use of new technologies to be used in the development of new and improved products
5. Evaluate designs for performance, safety, and reliability
6. Generates layouts, CAD models, drawings, specifications, and bills of material
7. Perform engineering analysis to support the selection of parts, components, and materials that meet requirements
8. Provide technical assistance for prototype, pilot, and production support
9. Fabricate and assemble functional prototypes for internal and external customer evaluation.
10. Analyze and resolve issues reported to Engineering via verbal or written communication
11. Prepare technical proposals, quotations, reports, and presentations
12. Perform job duties in an ethical, professional manner. Conduct duties consistent with the Company’s mission statement, quality objectives, and defined policies and procedures.
13. Possess a positive attitude and genuine desire to solve problems.

Experience
•5-10 years of product design with RF applications
•2 years of pcb design and layout
•Operating in an ISO9001:2008 environment
•Working with an ERP system

Desired Skills
•Proficiency using Altium
•Proficiency using Made2Manage ERP

Certain positions with Prototype Productions require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.

Mechanical Project Engineer

Experience
•2 years of new product development
•2 years of using a 3D CAD package
•Operating in an ISO9001:2008 environment
•Working with an ERP system

Desired Skills
•Proficiency using SolidWorks
•Proficiency using Made2Manage ERP

Certain positions with Prototype Productions require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.

Programmer

SUMMARY
Program machines for manufacturing and assist those with less experience understand and comply with the set-up process.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Use computer aided manufacturing (CAM) system to program.
2. Independently complete full set-ups, first piece inspections, and run all needed production according to PPI’s manufacturing and quality standards on all PPI equipment (manual and CNC).
3. Troubleshoot and edit programs/set-ups.
4. Know and understand machine production and codes.
5. Know speeds and feeds for various materials.
6. Read and correctly interpret all internal & customer manufacturing blueprints.
7. Read and operate all of PPI’s standard quality measuring tools.
8. Complete work assignments, to required tolerances, on time, and on budget.
9. Maximize program efficiency.
10. Design and manufacture fixtures when necessary
12. Support the manual department as needed, bench work (de-burring, sanding, tumbling, etc.).
13. Possess a positive attitude and genuine desire to solve problems.

Experience
• 5 years as a machinist
• 2 years of CAM programming
• Operating in an ISO9001:2008 environment
• Working with an ERP system

Desired Skills
• Proficiency using GibbsCAM
• Proficiency using CMM and PC DMIS
• Proficiency using Made2Manage ERP

CNC Machinist/Programmer

The CNC Machinist/Programmer is responsible for the creation and revision of numerical control programs for the machining of parts.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/ DUTIES

Five plus years of experience with operation of CNC Lathe using MASTERCAM software.
Five plus years of experience with plunge and wire EDM machines.
Experience with MASTERCAM software for generation of CNC programs.Willingness to work overtime, holidays, weekends as required
¨ Other duties as assigned

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
PROGRAMMERS SHOULD HAVE AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE OF THE FOLLOWING:

1. Experience on vertical mill (3- and 4-axis) with Fanuc, Okuma, Haas, Toshiba, Siemens, and Heidenhain controls.
2. Experience on horizontal mill (3-, 4-, and 5-axis) with Fanuc, Okuma, Haas, Toshiba, Siemens, and Heidenhain controls.
3. Experience on horizontal and vertical lathes with Fanuc controls and live tooling
4. Experience on mill-turn, positioning 5-axis, and full 5-axis machines with Fanuc, Siemens, Heidenhain, and Okuma controls
5. Experience on plunge and wire EDM machines
6. Extensive knowledge of geometry, trigonometry, and algebra as they apply in the machine shop
7. Successful experience in writing programs by hand with calculator and pencil (this will ensure that the candidate knows the "why" behind the "how")
8. Knowledge of Mastercam (version X or newer is a must) CAM software as it relates to generating programs for ALL of the equipment mentioned in 1-5 above
9.Knowledge of SolidWorks CAD software. Knowledge must allow candidate to create and edit process drawings as needed and to create his/her own solid models when necessary
10. “Hands On” Shop Floor experience
Competency Statement(s)
¨ Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
¨ Accurate - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
¨ Adaptability - Ability to adapt to change in the workplace.
¨ Ambition - The drive to achieve personal advancement.
¨ Analytical Skills - Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.
¨ Competitive - Willingness to strive to get ahead or to finish projects.
¨ Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
¨ Diversity Oriented - Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type.
¨ Energetic - Ability to work at a sustained pace and produce quality work.
¨ Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.
¨ Interpersonal - Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals.
¨ Motivation - Ability to inspire oneself and others to reach a goal and/or perform to the best of their ability.
¨ Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.
¨ Self Motivated - Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of ones ability using his or her own drive or initiative.
¨ Team Building - Ability to convince a group of people to work toward a goal.
¨ Technical Aptitude - Ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information.
¨ Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.

Job Skill Requirements
Developed proficiency with CAM software (MasterCam), verification software (Vericut and/or ShopTalk), program editors, and other softwares as necessary
Developed math skills as necessary to perform essential duties
Education
HS diploma
Bachelor degree or equivalent experience
Software-specific CAD/CAM training or equivalent experience
Experience
Minimum 5 years machining experience or equivalent programming experience

SKILLS & ABILITIES
Computer Skills
Developed computer skills pertaining to CAD/CAM software and other softwares utilized in the programming
environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities; require by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Will have the ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (ANSI Safety Goggles)

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