Mechanical Engineering Technician

Amentum•Huntsville, AL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Create Your Career: Grow With Us Your growth matters to us—that’s 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 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, paid time off, employee perks and much more. With these benefits, plus the option for flexible schedules, we’ll support you as you pursue a balanced, fulfilling life—at work and at home. Our team is comprised of 10 companies working together on one mission, Moon to Mars and then beyond. Overview The Amentum Space Exploration Division (ASED) is comprised of 10 companies and is located at Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, AL. ASED has been a primary contractor for NASA since 1989 and supports marquee NASA programs, including the Space Launch System, International Space Station, space optics fabrication, earth and space sciences and advanced propulsion system development. 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! To discover more about the Huntsville area, visit www.Huntsville.org. 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.

Requirements

Typically, educational requirement is a High School diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or equivalent; candidate must have at least 10 years of experience and continuing education, or an Associate's Degree or equivalent and at least 6 years of experience that proves mechanical aptitude and ability to work effectively without direct supervision.
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.)
US Citizenship is required.
Ability to communicate effectively and work under supervision is essential (100%).
Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.
Must comply with all “drug free workplace” requirements as mandated by directives issued by the appropriate federal contracting officer and the company, which requires drug testing for use of illegal drugs by employees in sensitive positions.
Must pass all applicable physicals required for this position.

Responsibilities

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