Electrical Technician

Amentum • US-FL-Kennedy Spc Ctr1 (FL081), FL

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Electrical Technician supports the COMET contract at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida, which manages and implements ground systems capabilities, flight hardware processing, and launch operations. The work supports the International Space Station, Ground Systems Development and Operations, Space Launch System, Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle, and Launch Services programs.

The position maintains, repairs, and operates electrical systems on Mobile Launcher and Launch Pad assets and transporters. Duties include work on transporter DC and low- and medium-voltage power and fire and smoke detection systems, as well as AC facility electrical systems, grounding, and lightning protection. The technician uses hand tools, power tools, lifts, and precision measuring and testing equipment to build, repair, validate, maintain, diagnose, and analyze equipment and systems according to written instructions.

This is a collective bargaining agreement represented position. It is full-time, with possible shift work and occasional overtime, including weekend work, depending on task. The role is located at a hazardous testing facility and may involve daily travel to different on-site areas, travel to support position requirements, and access to remote structures. A government security clearance may be required in the future.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, technical training in the applicable area, and three years of related experience.
• Valid U.S. driver's license.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and systematically repair AC and DC electrical control systems, including motors, motor controls, transformers, switchgear, electrical panels, and associated equipment.
• Familiarity with NFPA 70E, the standard for electrical safety in the workplace.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including sitting, walking, standing, extensive stair use, accessing remote structures, and potentially climbing ladders and platforms.
• Ability to quickly evacuate buildings in an emergency at a hazardous testing facility.
• Dependability and punctuality.
• Ability to comply with drug-free workplace requirements, including drug testing for illegal drugs for employees in sensitive positions.
• Ability to travel to support position requirements, potentially including airline travel.

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating and maintaining low-voltage (under 600 volts) electrical substations and components is highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Conduct electrical systems maintenance across the Mobile Launcher, Launch Pad assets, and transporters.
• Maintain, repair, and operate transporter DC power, low- and medium-voltage power, and fire and smoke detection systems.
• Maintain, repair, and operate AC facility electrical systems on Mobile Launcher and Launch Pad B assets, including facility electrical systems, grounding, and lightning protection.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and lifts to build, repair, validate, and maintain equipment in accordance with written instructions.
• Use precision measuring and testing equipment to diagnose, test, and analyze component, assembly, and system performance.
• Communicate ideas accurately in writing and verbally and maintain positive working relationships with customers, clients, coworkers, and management.
• Travel as required to support position requirements.

Benefits

• Access to a Child Development Center
• Discounted tickets to local attractions and theme parks
• Credit Union
• Fitness Center
• Barbershop
• NASA Exchanges
• Partial telework options and flexible work schedules are available for many positions, subject to department needs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED