Electrical Technician

Virginia Commercial Space•Wallops Island, VA

7d•$33 - $42•Onsite

About The Position

The Virginia Spaceport Authority is seeking a skilled and motivated electrical technician at the Mid-Atlantic Regional Spaceport (MARS). This is a full-time permanent position with competitive pay and benefits. Technicians will support electrical maintenance across all MARS facilities, Launch Pads, and Airfield in order to maintain an operationally ready state.

Requirements

High School Diploma is required.
Experience in the performance of operations, maintenance, alteration, and repair of complex mechanical, fluid/hydraulic, pressure systems, structural maintenance and corrosion control, HVAC systems or Electrical systems.
Must have or possess the ability to obtain certification as a NASA Level 1 High Pressure Operator.
Must have formal training and certification for operation of fork-lifts, scissor man-lifts, and boom-lifts.
Valid driver's license is necessary when operating a vehicle while on agency business.
Must possess knowledge of advanced mechanical systems and devices including their principles of operation and functional design or demonstrate the ability and progression to obtain such knowledge.
Demonstrate the proper use of hand and power tools (including torque wrenches, precision measuring devices) and maintenance support equipment (vacuum and pressure pumps, jacks and lifting devices, access equipment) used in the operation, maintenance, alteration, and repair of pneumatic, cryogenic, hydraulic, electrical, HVAC, and other liquid, and control systems.
Ability to execute based on given direction.
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work in a team environment
Organization and attention to detail
Familiar with Microsoft Office or related programs
Time management with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Demonstrates high professionalism in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues.
Must be able to obtain and maintain eligibility for issuance of a NASA credential.
Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug test.

Nice To Haves

Technical training from an accredited training school or military service school is preferred.

Responsibilities

Receive and execute field direction for maintenance activities, alteration, repair, launch preparation and operations, and post launch assessment and securing.
Attend formal training as directed to pursue required certifications
Support alternate shifts as needed during missions and customer requests.
Comprehend and complete required paperwork as written.
Maintain a tidy and functional worksite.
Provide input to functional and operational upgrades including design, training, tooling, etc.
Perform tasks safely, efficiently, and in accordance with VSA/MARS Safety, Quality, and Management Policies and Directives and adherence to Policies and Directives.
Operate ground support equipment including fork-lifts, man-lifts, boom-lifts, and tow tractors as required in the performance of assigned tasks.
Communicate delays and team needs to Technician Supervisor or Technician Lead
Perform other duties as assigned.