ORION Spacecraft Technician Harness Fabrication, Associate

ASRC Federal•Merritt Island, FL

10d•Onsite

About The Position

ASRC Federal System Solutions (AFSS) is seeking a Spacecraft Technician Harness Fabrication, Associate in Kennedy Space Center, FL. This role performs a range of duties in the mechanical, electromechanical, and Facilities GSE when constructing and assembling spacecraft and associated ground support equipment. The technician will read, interpret, and work from blueprints, schematics, engineering documents, work authorization documents and other written or verbal instructions. They will construct, assemble, troubleshoot, calibrate, adjust, test, diagnose, repair and maintain equipment, components and subcomponents, devices, and systems in accordance with testing, engineering, and installation instructions. The role also involves operating related equipment, conducting tests and reporting data, performing alignment checks, adjustments, modifications, and replacements as directed, preparing prescribed compounds and solutions, and using various measuring devices. Additionally, the technician will carry out corrosion control treatments, complete and maintain documentation, and make recommendations for improvement. A key responsibility is fabricating flight and non-flight wire harness assemblies, interpreting engineering drawings, performing various termination techniques, and conducting functional tests. The technician will troubleshoot and assist Engineering with solutions, operate processing and test equipment, collaborate with Engineering to resolve issues, and train/mentor less experienced technicians. Basic computer software proficiency and excellent communication skills are also required.

Requirements

High school diploma, or equivalent experience/combined education, with additional specialized technical training equivalent to a technical Associate degree and/or demonstrated ability to perform assigned technical/para-engineering tasks and 0-2 years or more of experience.
Must be a US Citizen

Responsibilities

Performs a range of duties in the mechanical, electromechanical, and Facilities GSE when constructing and assembling spacecraft and associated ground support equipment.
Reads, interprets, and works from blueprints, schematics, engineering documents, work authorization documents and other written or verbal instructions.
Constructs, assembles, troubleshoots, calibrates, adjusts, tests, diagnoses, repairs and maintain equipment, components and subcomponents, devices, and systems in accordance with testing, engineering, and installation instructions.
Operates related equipment; conducts tests and reports data in prescribed format.
Performs alignment checks; adjusts, modifications, and replacements as directed; prepares prescribed compounds and solutions. Uses various measuring devices to include, Micrometers, Calipers, and laser measuring devices.
Carry out corrosion control treatments on metal and other corrosive alloys.
Complete, update and maintain all required documentation, reports, etc., manually or in digital databases.
Make recommendations to improve work quality, efficiencies, and productivity.
Fabricate flight and non-flight wire harness assemblies including power, RF, high speed data, thermal, network, thermocouple, and fiber optic.
Interpret engineering drawings, schematics, wire lists, and assemble to manufacturing work instructions and specifications.
Perform layout, terminations, crimping, soldering, connector mate/demate, potting, and staking.
Conduct continuity and insulation resistance functional tests of harnesses for customer acceptance.
Troubleshoot and assist Engineering with solution, corrective action, and rework.
Operate processing and test equipment including Laser Wire ID machine, DMM, network and fiber optic tester, and automated test unit.
Collaborate with Engineering to resolve production order, design, or component issues.
Train and mentor technicians with less experience and provide guidance.
Utilize basic computer software (Microsoft Office and manufacturing applications).
Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills for providing test results and work status report