Spacecraft Mechanical Assembly Technician

Job Description

Perform complex production assembly operations involving structural parts, mechanical assemblies, subassemblies, aircraft systems, equipment, and accessories using manual or automated assembly tools. Support final spacecraft integration, Multi-Layer Insulation (MLI) installations, testing, and launch operations by following released work instructions and established engineering specifications.

• Job Details
• Manufacturing
• Spacecraft
• Contract - 4 Months
• Variable Shift; 1st Shift, 6:00 AM - 3:30 PM or 2nd Shift, 2:30 PM - 12:00 AM
• Must be a U.S. Citizen

• Education & Job Requirements
• High School Diploma or GED
• 4+ years of experience in mechanical assembly for high-reliability products, preferably aerospace products
• Hands-on work building and terminating wiring harnesses to a high standard for racks and boxes
• 1+ year of experience working with MLI/thermal blankets
• Hands-on use of hand tools, including scalpels, scissors, and hollow punches
• Technical proficiency interpreting mechanical drawings, schematics, harness wiring diagrams, and internal and external specifications
• Skilled use of inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, digital multimeters (DMM), and depth gauges
• Background with assembly tooling and/or composites fabrication and assembly
• Proficiency using various hand and power tools
• Knowledge of mixing epoxy materials
• Wiring Harness Design
• Assembly
• Experience using Calipers, Hand Tools, and Micrometers
• Able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply technical drawings, blueprints, schematics, or maintenance manuals

• Preferred Skills
• 5+ years of experience with Integration
• Certification to J-STD-001 space and NASA.STD.8739.4
• Industry certification and/or Trade School training
• Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Clean room environment experience
• Ability to generate discrepancy reports as they occur in areas of influence
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

• Job Duties & Functions
• Work from preliminary design drawings, sketches, blueprints, schematics, and verbal and written instructions to determine appropriate methods for integrating designs and meeting production and laboratory requirements
• Execute assembly and integration tasks to precise tolerances using methods that meet engineering specifications
• Operate specialized equipment during spacecraft assembly, including hydraulic test consoles, cooling system test consoles, alignment fixtures, and installation fixtures
• Determine the sequence of operations and install components in space vehicles before testing
• Complete system leak and pressure checks along with alignment checks of control surfaces
• Handle fragile multi-layer insulation (MLI) films and materials during installation onto test and flight articles
• Support installation of MLI and SLI (Solid-Layer Insulation) on spacecraft
• Assist engineers and research staff in identifying improved procedures and perform assigned duties at specific test stations
• Record and analyze test data while generating reports, charts, and graphs
• Acquire necessary certifications and perform incidental related duties and rework as needed
• Demonstrate knowledge of applicable materials and process specifications
• Provide instruction, guidance, and support to colleagues in the same or related classifications
• Apply mechanical principles to assigned tasks
• Support range operations, including tests, integration, and hardware moves
• Operate computer-controlled equipment, including heated tools, ovens, positioners, alignment systems, lift equipment, cranes, and hand and power tools
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Physical Requirements & Environment
• Lift 50 lbs
• Onsite work environment
• Clean room environment

• TeamGlobal Benefits
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and more!
• TG Rewards Program
• Employee Referral Program