Mechanical Technician Senior Second Shift – Millennium Space Systems
About The Position
Millennium Space Systems, part of Boeing Defense, Space and Security, is hiring a senior mechanical technician to support the fabrication, integration, and testing of space flight systems and support equipment. The role is based in El Segundo, California, and is expected to be 100% onsite. The internal job code is Spacecraft Mechanical Technician Sr., grade 24. The position is primarily second shift, though other shifts may be assigned to support program objectives. It is an hourly, union-represented position. The selected candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required. The position may require travel up to 5% of the time.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- More than 5 years of experience in structures assembly, mechanical assembly, electrical assembly, and/or final assembly.
- More than 3 years of experience following written and verbal work instructions.
- More than 3 years of experience working with blueprints, specifications, assembly drawings, and standard operating procedures.
- More than 3 years of experience setting and using precision measuring tools and equipment such as micrometers, calipers, and/or dial indicators.
- More than 3 years of experience working with at least one of these materials: adhesives, composites, epoxy, fabrics, honeycomb core, laminates/plastics, or resins.
- Ability to stand and move, including reaching, bending, or stooping, to handle products for extended periods with only short breaks.
- Ability to lift 20 pounds or more frequently.
- Ability to work any assigned shift; the position is primarily second shift.
- Ability and willingness to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required.
- Successful completion of the applicable 90-day probationary period, including required training for eligible new hires or transfers from non-union roles.
Nice To Haves
- More than 3 years of experience using structures hand tools, test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, sheet metal brakes, and shears.
- More than 3 years of experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- More than 3 years of experience working in a Class 100,000 or cleaner room environment.
- More than 5 years of experience building component-level space products, such as avionics boxes, batteries, mechanisms, optics, printed circuit board assemblies, or solar arrays.
- More than 5 years of experience with mechanical troubleshooting, disassembly, and repair.
Responsibilities
- Assemble, install, test, check out, and inspect mechanical spacecraft assemblies using blueprints, engineering drawings and specifications, and written assembly, integration, and test procedures.
- Perform second-party verifications and visually inspect mechanical assemblies against drawings, engineering specifications, and written procedures.
- Operate materials-handling equipment, including forklifts, overhead cranes, aerial lifts, flight vehicle and sub-assembly transportation equipment, truck/tractor-trailer combinations, and other ground support equipment as required.
- Operate machine tools, including drill presses, grinders, chop saws, and power and hand tools.
- Work with Design and Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing, Materials, Procurement, and Shipping personnel on procedural issues involving design, methods, tooling, cost, and product quality.
- Support other mechanical areas as business needs require, as defined by Millennium Space Systems leadership.
- Cross-train and mentor new hires.
Benefits
- Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and programs providing paid and unpaid time away from work.
- Competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
