Manufacturing Engineering Technician
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Description:

This is a hands-on manufacturing position and requires technicians knowledgeable in aerospace assembly and high-reliability procedures. Supporting activities will include:

• Support of space structures Subassembly manufacturing and Single Line Flow integration.

• Individual contributor effort with limited supervision manufacturing and integrating deployable mesh reflectors.

• Ability to measure using multiple types of measurement tools i.e. tape measure, calipers, inclinometer.

• Following engineering drawings and processes.

• Mechanical assembly and test of space hardware.

• System level hardware integration.

• Preparation for and conducting system level hardware testing (deployments, vibe, etc.).

• Performing system level alignments to meet system requirements.

• Field support for spacecraft integration and precision alignments.

• Working for extended periods (2 hour durations) while performing work above shoulder level or while in a lying position.

• Move equipment weighing 45 pounds or less from one place to another.

• Work performed at elevated heights occasionally (up to 30 feet).

• Repetitive movements during specified durations.

• Manual dexterity and fine motor skills to handle and manufacture space hardware.

• Ability to utilize a ladder multiple times per shift.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 4 years' experience in assembly, test, manufacturing, or related field.

• Ability to obtain a security clearance and work in a classified area

Preferred Additional Skills:

• 4 years of experience with manufacturing of space qualified hardware.

• Hi-Reliability, Bonding, and Aerial Platform certifications.

• Experience working with hand and toque tools / measurement tools (Micrometers/Calipers)

• Sewing.

• Ability to see small parts with or without magnification assistance.

• Experience mixing and application of two-part adhesives and RTVs.

• Strong sense of responsibility, ownership, and follow-through.

• Be a team player, pro-active, and customer oriented with a sense of urgency to accomplish a given task or goal.

• Possess a high level of initiative and willingness to learn.

• Exceptional organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.

• Ability to work first or second shift

• Ability to provide overtime support when needed.