Description
We are seeking an experienced Aerospace Vehicle Technician Senior to join our team at Millennium Space Systems, a leading provider of small satellite solutions for national security space.
The successful candidate will be responsible for performing a variety of tasks in support of final spacecraft integration, Multi-Layer Insulation (MLI) installations, and testing. You will work from released work instructions to support assembly, testing, and launch operations of space vehicles.
Key responsibilities:
- Integrate designs and meet production and laboratory requirements using preliminary design drawings, sketches, blueprints, schematics, and verbal and written instructions
- Perform assembly and integration tasks to precise tolerances, selecting the most effective methods for meeting engineering specifications
- Operate specialized equipment during spacecraft assembly, such as 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, including performing complete system leak and pressure checks, as well as alignment checks of control surfaces
- Handle fragile multi-layer insulation (MLI) films and materials with care during installation onto test and flight articles
- Support the installation of MLI and SLI (Solid-Layer Insulation) on spacecraft, ensuring all procedures meet required specifications
- Assist engineers and research staff in identifying improved procedures and perform assigned duties at specific test stations
- Record and analyze test data, generating reports, charts, and graphs
- Acquire necessary certifications and perform incidental related duties and rework as needed, all with minimal supervision
- Demonstrate thorough knowledge of applicable materials and process specifications
- Provide instruction, guidance, and support to colleagues in the same or other related classifications
- Apply comprehensive knowledge of mechanical principles to perform all 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
Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in mechanical assembly for high-reliability products
- Proven experience in building and terminating wiring harnesses to a high standard for racks and boxes
- Experience using a variety of hand tools, including scalpels, scissors, hollow punches, etc.
- Skilled in interpreting mechanical drawings, schematics, and harness wiring diagrams, as well as internal and external specifications
- Proficient in using inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, and digital multimeters (DMM)
- Experience with assembly tooling and/or composites fabrication and assembly
- Proficient in using various hand and power tools
- Experience with mixing epoxy materials
Preferred qualifications:
- Minimum 5+ years of Integration experience
- Minimum 1 year of experience working with MLI/thermal blankets
- Certification to J-STD-001 space, NASA.STD.8739.4
- Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Experience working in a clean room environment
- Ability to generate discrepancy reports as they occur in areas of influence
- Open to travel
- Active Security Clearance
Benefits:
- Competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities
- Health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work
Salary range: $29.42 - $47.09 per hour