Careers

RESEARCH, ENGINEERING, MANUFACTURING, QUALITY ASSURANCE AND MORE

At Airborne Systems, we engineer and manufacture high-quality, high-performance parachutes and related products for the military and for space and recovery organizations. For nearly a century, we have set the standard for capability, quality and performance with our world-class engineering, manufacturing, training and service.

Airborne Systems is a global company, which brings to the market and its customers a history and legacy that embraces four of the world’s leading parachute companies. No other parachute company has the resources of Airborne Systems.

Each company within Airborne Systems provides a variety of career opportunities, professional growth, and comprehensive benefits that allows Airborne Systems to attract and retain its most important asset; it’s Human Capital.

Come be a part of this successful, respected, and growing team. We especially welcome Transitioning Military Personnel to explore the opportunities available at Airborne Systems.

Airborne Systems is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Available Positions

Pennsauken, New Jersey

Assists the ASNA Vice President of Finance in directing the organization's accounting functions, including cost, payables, and reporting. Contributes to developing and maintaining financial reporting, planning, and budgeting systems. Oversees the preparation of periodic reporting and required legal filings. Ensures that all corporate and required accounting policies and procedures are documented and followed by the organization. Supervises accounting team members and leads training and development activities.
Responsible for the repairs and maintenance of all facilities. Performs variety of skilled duties in one or more of the building trades, such as painting, carpentry, minor electrical, cement masonry, dry wall or other recognized crafts for the purpose of maintaining, repairing or remodeling facilities, to include H.V.A.C. and other mechanical systems. Perform general cleaning.
Performs a variety of functions within the materials department including, but not limited to shipping/receiving, distribution and storage of raw materials, as well as packaging. This position follows standard practices with moderate supervision provided by the Materials Supervisor. Interacts with all departments.
The O2 Systems R&D Manager provides expertise for the design, development and improvement of new and existing parachutist oxygen products and high pressure gas systems as well as assisting the O2 department for training, maintenance and servicing worldwide.

Santa Ana, California

Supports all activities across the company related to management and continued implementation of effective export compliance programs under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR).  Develops and maintains trade compliance policies and operational procedures and updates them according to the regulatory changes brought about by the US government and other procedural changes that apply to trade compliance.  Prepares complex licenses and agreements to support sales programs and initiatives, including agent and reseller agreements.
The Rigging Specialist assembles, rigs, and tests parachutes.
Sewing of single parts in preparation for the assembly and functions required in the manufacture of parachute system components, sewing to assemble the raw materials for the manufacture of the parachutes and/or related parts in a reasonable period of time and in accordance with company quality standards. This position requires a skilled operator comfortable working with different types of difficult, awkward materials and capable of using standard measuring tools. Daily duties will include the operation of manual and/or computer driven automatic sewing machines.
The Supply Chain Manager overseas and manages the company’s overall supply chain and logistics operations to maximize efficiency and minimize cost of organization’s supply chain. Collaborate with multiple-functional managers to plan and execute on the development of a distribution center operational process to enable seamless transfers. Manages and monitors vendors’ qualification and performance to ensure they meet company's requirements. In addition, they play a crucial role in developing and maintaining good relationships with vendors and distributors. Manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Extensive knowledge of department processes. The Supply Chain Manager will drive continuous improvement, year over year, to exceed the company business objectives while ensuring compliance to all contractual, legal and regulatory requirements.