Structural Strength Instrumentation/Electrical Engineering Technician III

Trivector Services•Huntsville, AL

About The Position

TriVector Services, Inc. is seeking a Structural Strength Instrumentation/Electrical Engineering Technician III to support NASA Marshall Space Flight Center’s Structural Strength Test Branch and contractor personnel. The role supports NASA research and development, as well as the configuration and maintenance of test article systems and testing infrastructure. It provides semi-professional technical support to engineers and requires practical knowledge of science or engineering. The position receives direction from the Department Manager and Team Leads. The technician assembles space flight test articles; performs maintenance and installation or integration of mechanical and instrumentation components; supports instrumentation applications, data collection and analysis, and network maintenance; and performs electrical assembly, soldering, crimping, and cable or connector fabrication. The role also involves specialized handling, transportation, and operation of unique test articles and components. Technicians conduct tests and experiments, may make minor modifications to setups or procedures, operate standard test equipment, and record test data. Work may involve confined spaces and direct interaction with MSFC customers, technicians, and test team members. Other duties may be assigned to support the mission of the MSFC Structural Strength Testing Branch. The position is subject to random drug testing and may be contingent upon contract award.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship is required.
High school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
Must be able to obtain and maintain NASA Public Trust background screening requirements.
Practical knowledge of science or engineering is required.
Practical knowledge of mathematics is required.
Ability to work from written and verbal instructions.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Must adhere to MSFC and OSHA safety requirements, use appropriate PPE when necessary, and follow written technical procedures.
Must be dependable and willing to work hours outside the normal schedule.
Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and workmanship.
Must be able to lift 40 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
Must be able to work at heights.
Travel may be required up to 15%.

Nice To Haves

An associate degree or three years of equivalent technical experience.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows operating systems for personal computers and Microsoft Office products.
Experience with forklifts, aerial lifts, and bridge cranes.

Responsibilities

Assemble space flight test articles.
Perform routine maintenance and install or integrate mechanical and instrumentation components, including strain gauges, pressure transducers, thermocouples, load cells, hydraulic actuators, and tubing.
Support instrumentation applications, data collection and analysis, and network maintenance.
Perform electrical assembly, soldering, crimping, and fabrication of cables and connectors.
Handle, transport, and operate specialized, one-of-a-kind test articles and associated components.
Conduct tests or experiments, making minor modifications to test setups or procedures when needed.
Select, prepare, and operate standard test equipment, make measurements, and record test data.
Interface directly with MSFC customers, technicians, and other test team members.
Perform other duties required to fulfill the mission of the MSFC Structural Strength Testing Branch.