Space Suit Program Support Technician

KBR • Webster, TX

85d

About The Position

KBR is seeking a Technician to support our Space Suit Assembly, Integration, and Test team for KBR's Science and Space division. The Space Suit Program Support Technician will be responsible for testing and maintenance of hardware including, but not limited to: Space Suits and Suit components, ancillary equipment, test rigs and other equipment as required. Job responsibilities will include: repair and maintenance, cleaning, inspection, Engineering Change (EC) incorporation, assembly, disassembly, and performance/functional testing. Repair and maintenance processes require the use of hazardous materials such as adhesives, lubricants, and solvents. Performance and functional testing require the use of pressurized gases and pure water systems. The technician will perform duties per documented procedures and work authorizing documents. The technician will assist Engineering in various activities including fit checks for suited subjects, manned test support, suited chamber events, classroom training event support and other similar support events. Additionally, the technician will interface with customers, other technicians, engineers, logistics, and bond room personnel on a daily basis to perform job duties.

Requirements

• This position requires U.S. Citizenship due to the sensitivity of customer related information
• Must have excellent mechanical skills and be able to read, comprehend, and execute detailed technical processing procedures, engineering drawings, and Work Authorizing Document directions
• Excellent oral and written communications; must be able to read and interpret Work Authorizing Documents (WADs) and mechanical design drawings
• Capacity to work in a team environment
• Candidate must have a valid Texas driver's license and maintain a good driving record and able to operate a government vehicle
• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent GED
• Years of Experience: 3+ years of related experience

Nice To Haves

• Associates Degree plus applicable years directly related Technical Degree or Military Technical School (skilled craft level five) or the equivalent of High School Graduate plus applicable years of directly related work experience
• Experience with Pressure Systems or familiar with Pressurized Test Equipment

Responsibilities

• Maintenance, assembly, testing, repair, and processing of flight and training hardware
• Incorporates engineering changes and performs functional performance testing of space suit components or related hardware, associated Extravehicular Activity (EVA) hardware, and other systems of hardware as assigned
• Provide assistance to engineering in the location and diagnosis of anomalies and recommend corrective action
• Daily tasks associated with reading engineering drawings/schematics, equipment specifications, test procedures etc
• Specified training online, and in classroom, as required to maintain certifications to perform job functions
• Daily updates to various job-related database(s)
• Transportation responsibilities to operate motor vehicle for delivery of hardware to various events
• Train and mentor less experienced technicians

Benefits

• 401K plan with company match
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• AD&D insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Flexible work schedule
• Professional training and development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees