Rigger Tech II

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

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Rigger Tech II supports the COMET contract at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida, which provides management and implementation of 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. This is a collective bargaining agreement represented position. The requisition is for workforce planning and may be considered for contingent or funded openings.

The role involves rigging support for groups across the test complex, including scaffolding, pick-boards, spider staging equipment, and fall protection. The employee must follow applicable safety standards and regulations, use instructions and technical references to perform work, maintain required records, and obtain and maintain any certifications or permits required to operate equipment. Full-time work hours apply; shift work and occasional overtime, including weekends, may be required depending on the task.

The position may involve work indoors and outdoors, travel between site locations, and travel to customer locations. The work environment includes a hazardous testing facility, uneven terrain, stairs, ladders, platforms, and remote structures. Employees must use required personal protective equipment and be able to evacuate buildings quickly in an emergency. The position requires dependable attendance and effective written and verbal communication.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Technical training in the applicable area of expertise.
• Three years of related experience.
• Valid U.S. driver's license.
• Ability to obtain and maintain certifications, licenses, permits, and similar credentials required to operate equipment such as forklifts and aerial platforms.
• Ability to comply with drug-free workplace requirements, including drug testing for illegal drug use for employees in sensitive positions.
• Ability to perform the stated physical and work-environment requirements, including climbing stairs, ladders, and platforms; accessing remote structures; and quickly evacuating buildings in an emergency.
• Ability to wear hearing protection, eye protection, and other required personal protective equipment.
• Dependable and punctual attendance.
• Ability to travel to support the role, potentially including airline travel.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize personal safety and the safety of co-workers and customers.
• Provide rigging support to various groups, including scaffolding, pick-boards, spider staging equipment, and fall protection.
• Apply local, state, and federal guidelines and regulations when rigging and moving objects.
• Work from written, electronic, or verbal instructions and from blueprints, diagrams, schematics, vendor manuals, specifications, and codes.
• Obtain and maintain certifications, licenses, permits, and other credentials needed to operate equipment, including forklifts and aerial platforms.
• Maintain logs, records, charts, and other required documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Communicate ideas accurately in writing and verbally, and maintain a positive work atmosphere through professional interactions.
• Travel as needed to support position requirements, including travel to customer locations.

Benefits

• Access to a Child Development Center, discounted tickets to local attractions and theme parks, a credit union, fitness center, barbershop, and NASA Exchanges.
• Partial telework options and flexible work schedules may be available depending on department demands and needs.

What This Job Offers

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