Technician/Mechanic I - Commercial Space Systems
About The Position
As a Technician on our space production team, you will assist in the assembly, calibration, and testing of solenoid valves used on rockets. Our valves play a key role in mission critical functions such as first-stage attitude control thrust generation, pneumatic stage separation, fuel pressurization, and engine ignition. At our state-of-the-art heated and air-conditioned manufacturing facility in Montville, NJ, you’ll work with our cross-functional production and engineering team to achieve quality and on-time delivery goals. By completing our Space Technician Training Program, you’ll be well positioned to succeed in your new role and get on a defined path for continued growth in the operations organization.
Requirements
- Effective verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated mechanical aptitude
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and follow procedures
- Computer literate, with basic PC skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office
- High school diploma or equivalent, technical/trade school preferred
- Must be a US Citizen
Nice To Haves
- 1+ years aerospace/mechanical/automotive experience is beneficial but not required
Responsibilities
- Set up and operate assembly tools (e.g., standard hand tools, micrometers, calipers)
- Assemble products per written procedures and/or schematics
- Perform visual inspections
- Set up and operate test equipment (e.g., multimeters, pressure gauges and transducers, flow meters)
- Operate high pressure nitrogen and helium test equipment
- Conduct functional testing of valve products and record results
- Troubleshoot and rework products
- Manage or escalate issues impacting assembly and test, communicating with other technicians and team lead as necessary
- Identify and document non-conformances
- Participate in corrective action resolution
- Maintain all hand tools in clean working condition
- Notify supervisor of any equipment that requires repair
- Assist with testing equipment maintenance and/or repair
Benefits
- medical
- prescription
- dental
- vision
- life insurance
- disability insurance
- 401(k) plan with company match
- tuition assistance
- paid vacation
- sick and personal days
- paid holidays
- flexible scheduling options such as compressed workweeks
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
