Job Description
Grow With Us Your growth matters to usthats why we offer a variety of ways for you to develop your career. With professional and leadership development opportunities like Team Lead Academy, education reimbursement, mentoring, and company sponsored networking events, you can take control of your own career path on your own terms with a company that believes in you. A Place Where You Belong At the Amentum Space Exploration Division, people are at the heart of our business. We reflect a diversity of cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. We expect our people, clients, and partners to treat one another with dignity and respect. This means promoting inclusion, celebrating diversity, and appreciating the differences we all bring to our workplace. Support Your Well-Being Our comprehensive benefits package includes wellness programs, 11 paid holidays, parental leave, paid time off, employee perks and much more. With these benefits, plus the option for flexible schedules and possible remote a few days a week (depending on customer requirements) well support you as you pursue a balanced, fulfilling lifeat work and at home. Position Description: The Valves, Actuators, and Ducts division of the Propulsion Engineering department is searching for a Mechanical Technician to support the Component Development Area (CDA). The CDA is a world-class, small fabrication shop and testing laboratory supporting development and testing of space flight components and systems. The selected candidate must have practical experience and demonstrate knowledge in a wide range of technical and engineering methods that support tests at the CDA. Candidate will fabricate tubing, fixtures, pneumatic panels, hydraulic assemblies, and various mechanical systems; candidate will operate and maintain complex mechanical systems utilized in testing of space flight components. Additional responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: Work directly with engineering personnel and/or senior technicians on the design, fabrication, installation, and operation of components and systems Usage and safe operation of mills, tube flaring equipment, saws, shear presses, grinders, and pneumatics Welding using various methodologies to assemble frames, test fixtures, and support assemblies for component testing Utilize detailed test procedures for safe operation of hydraulic, pneumatic, cryogenic, and high-pressure gas systems Interpret drawings, plans, and specifications for buildup and testing of flight type hardware and test components Utilize various tools and methods to perform work and maintenance on a variety of mechanical, fluid, and electrical components Fabrication, operation, and maintenance of hydraulic, cryogenic, pneumatic, and high-pressure gas systems Operate forklift, overhead crane, and man-lift equipment in the performance of work assignments as required Wear and utilize appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and clothing during performance of work duties, to include safety glasses/goggles, hard hats, gloves, masks, respirators, coveralls, harnesses, etc. Notify Supervisor and Management of any hazards or unsafe conditions in the workplace and advise on potential corrective actions General shop housekeeping including cleanup and organization of parts Qualifications: Typically, the educational requirement is a High School diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or equivalent and 2 years relevant previous experience that proves mechanical aptitude and ability to work effectively without direct supervision. Required: Ability to communicate effectively with design engineers, test engineers, and other technicians in problem resolution, work coordination, and operation of mechanical systems Ability to read and follow mechanical blueprints and schematics for pneumatic and hydraulic systems and follow work area rules and safety protocols Ability to follow written and verbal instructions including established procedures to safely assist in construction of systems to perform structural and fluid testing Proficient operational experience in standard and complex mechanical equipment and systems Perform training assignments including on-the-job training designed to develop professional working knowledge and abilities Ability to work in a team environment Safety-conscious mindset Excellent organizational and customer relationship skills Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (i.e., Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) Star ID will be required to obtain access to MSFC. Proof of U.S. Citizenship is required. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language. We are a background screening, drug-free workplace. ASED offers a partnership in which you can grow personally and professionally within a framework of strong leadership, competitive compensation, and rewarding career paths. Come join our team on the Engineering Services and Science Capability Augmentation (ESSCA) contract whose work is destined to have a long-range effect on future generations! For more information on why Huntsville is known as one of the smartest cities in the nation, check out these websites: To review career opportunities and to submit your resume for Jacobs Space Exploration Group in Huntsville, AL, visit /. Select Career Opportunities to reach JSEG jobs o Search & choose Job by title o Upload your resume to apply online o Sign-in / Register your profile / Set up Job Alerts