APPRENTICE - Instrument Maker Technician

Sierra Lobo; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Sierra Lobo is seeking an Instrument Maker Technician Apprentice in Cleveland, Ohio. This entry-level position requires candidates to undergo 8,000 hours of on-the-job training under experienced technicians as part of NASA's Apprenticeship program. Applicants must have completed an Associate degree in Precision Machining Technology, Manufacturing Technology, or Mechanical Engineering Technology. The role emphasizes teamwork, effective communication, and safety awareness, as apprentices will be involved in the fabrication and assembly of specialized instrumentation hardware used in research facilities.

Qualifications

• Enrollment or completion of a two-year Associate degree program in a relevant field.
• Willingness to undergo 8,000 hours of on-the-job training.
• Ability to demonstrate competency throughout the program.

Responsibilities

• Train under journeyman level technicians for 8,000 hours.
• Learn specialized technical skills for fabrication and assembly of instrumentation hardware.

Skills

Communication and teamwork

Time management

Safety consciousness

Education

Associate degree in Precision Machining Technology, Manufacturing Technology, or Mechanical Engineering Technology

Job description

Overview

The Test Facilities Operation, Maintenance and Engineering (TFOME) contract at the NASA Glenn Research Center provides engineering and technical services in the aeropropulsion and space propulsion and power test facilities. We are currently seeking an Instrument Maker Technician Apprentice.

The Instrument Maker Apprentice is an entry level position that will train under journeyman level technicians for a total of 8000 hours of on the job training in order to complete requirements for the state of Ohio and NASA's Journeymanship program.

Responsibilities

• The apprentice will train under journeyman level technicians for a total of 8,000 on the job training hours in order to complete the state of Ohio andNASA's Apprenticeship program.

• Apprentices will be taught specialized technical skills to perform fabrication and assembly of intricate instrumenation hardware used in research test facilitiesat the NASAGlenn Research Center.

Qualifications

• Candidates must be currently enrolled or have successfully completed a two (2) year Associate degree program in Precision Machining Technology, Manfacturing Technology or Mechanical Engineering Technologyfrom an accredited Technical College.

• Must be willing to complete 8,000 of on the job training as part of the requirements of the Apprenticeship program.

• Candidates will be required to demonstrate competency over the course of the program in order to qualify for on-going employment.

• Must be able to communicate and work well in a team environment.

• Capable of following directions and utilizing time wisely for the maximum efficiency on assigned work tasks.

• Must be safety conscience at all times.