Maintenance Technician IV

NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

18h•$91,312 - $114,088•Onsite

About The Position

Located in Pasadena, California, JPL has a campus-like environment situated on 177 acres in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains and offers a work environment unlike any other: we inspire passion, foster innovation, build collaboration, and reward excellence. This unique opportunity is part of the Manufacturing, Packaging, and Test Services Section and reports directly to the Group Supervisor for Precision Machining & Fabrication Services. We are seeking a Maintenance Technician IV to support and maintain the advanced technical facilities essential for fabricating, assembling, and testing electro‑mechanical developmental and flight hardware for current and future missions.

Requirements

Typically a High School diploma with a minimum of 10 years of related experience; an Associate’s degree with a minimum of 6 years of related experience; or a Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 3 years of related experience, plus completed technical training.
Extensive technical knowledge and hands-on experience in CNC machining centers, EDM equipment, and CNC fabrication machinery diagnostics and repair
Conventional machinery and shop support equipment maintenance and repair
Troubleshooting electrical and mechanical systems
Experience creating, executing, and maintaining Preventive Maintenance schedules, as well as creating and updating shop Redbooks to capture maintenance tasks, meet manufacturer recommendations and operational requirements, and document completed work.
Strong attention to detail and thorough documentation skills for all machinery preventive maintenance and repairs (records are subject to periodic audits by internal facility personnel and NASA auditors).
Working knowledge of computers and experience with Microsoft Office.
Ability to work autonomously while maintaining strong communication skills, collaborating effectively with the team, following directions, adhering to all JPL policies and guidelines, and maintaining a safe, clean, and organized workspace.

Nice To Haves

15+ years of experience working as a maintenance technician on CNC and conventional shop machinery.
Experience troubleshooting and repairing CNC machining centers such as Makino, Matsuura, Mitsui Seiki, DMG Mori, and Haas, EDM equipment such as Mitsubishi and AgieCharmilles, CNC fabrication machinery such as OMAX waterjets and Amada press brakes.

Responsibilities

Conduct regular functional checks and preventive maintenance (PM) on all CNC and non-CNC equipment (Federal Supply Class 3400 equipment) following the Redbooks (machinery maintenance logbooks) and manufacturer guidelines.
Diagnose and repair equipment issues, coordinating with outside vendors for sourcing parts and specialized repair services as necessary.
Inspect, maintain, and replenish oils, fluids, filters, and coolant concentrations as necessary.
Oversee chemical inventories using Chemwatch and the JPL Facility and Laboratory Assessment of Safety Hazards (FLASH) system to procure necessary supplies.
Maintain strict adherence to institutional, OSHA, federal, state, and local guidelines, ensuring full compliance with Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, hazardous waste disposal, and safety record-keeping.
Work closely with the Group Supervisor and leads to support all Preventive Maintenance requirements, including auditing and updating Redbooks, managing equipment documentation, and handling administrative duties such as ordering parts and scheduling outside technicians.
Work independently from technical documentation—including diagrams, schematics, notes, prints, and layouts—requiring minimal interpretation to perform repairs and support tasks.
Locate, evaluate, and establish new vendor resources for machine repair and maintenance, partnering with Acquisition and subcontractors to schedule major repairs and purchase parts.
Partner with the JPL Occupational Safety Program Office (OSPO) and Environmental Affairs Program Office (EAPO) to guarantee alignment with all JPL-mandated requirements.
Proactively identify emerging equipment issues and initiate corrective actions without direction, including recommending updates to PM strategies and maintenance processes.
Support machinery relocations, crane and forklift operations, and coordinate facility maintenance for air, water, and electrical utility systems.