Component & Sub-Assembly Technician

Firefly Aerospace; Bertram (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision plans

Parental leave

Relocation benefits

Educational reimbursement

Short-term disability

Flexible PTO

Job summary

Firefly Aerospace is seeking a Component and Sub-Assembly Technician to join our manufacturing team in Texas. You will work closely with Fluid Systems Engineers, performing precision assembly of valves, actuators, and sub-assemblies used in aerospace systems.

Responsibilities include functional testing, troubleshooting hydraulic and pneumatic cryogenic components, and contributing to design reviews. Expect a dynamic schedule with nights/weekends as needed, and opportunities for growth in a

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years experience in aerospace, aircraft, R&D or related industrial fields.
• Electronics / Avionics experience in aerospace applications.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and manuals.
• Demonstrated high-level problem-solving skills and teamwork.
• Physically able to climb ladders and lift 50 lbs.
• Schedule varies; may require nights, weekends, overtime.

Responsibilities

• Test, functional verification, and troubleshooting of hydraulic and pneumatically actuated cryogenic valves, systems and components.
• Assist engineers in reviewing and developing design concepts, tooling, test hardware and providing feedback.
• Hydrostatically and pneumatically proof components.
• Follow, review, improve and provide feedback on work instructions for complex mechanical systems and installations.
• Precision assembly of rocket engine components: combustion devices, valves, turbomachinery, and other sub-assemblies.
• Safely work with hazardous systems, chemicals, and high-pressure operations.
• Root cause and diagnostic component disassembly, repair, and work.
• Clean and passivate hardware using solvents, mechanical, ultrasonic, and precision cleaning methods.
• Perform shop level maintenance and calibration of equipment such as pumps, tanks, filtration systems, scales, etc.

Skills

Electronics/Avionics experience

Reading engineering drawings

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Physical stamina

Tools

GN2 knowledge

GHe knowledge

Tubing fabrication tools

NPT/AN fittings knowledge

Job description

ABOUT FIREFLY AEROSPACEFirefly Aerospace is a space and defense technology company that enables our world to launch, land, and operate in space – anywhere, anytime. As the partner of choice for critical space missions, Firefly is the only commercial company to launch a satellite to orbit with 24-hour notice and the only company to achieve a successful Moon landing. Our launch vehicles, lunar landers, and orbital vehicles provide government and commercial customers with full mission services from low Earth orbit to the Moon and beyond. Headquartered in north Austin, Texas, Firefly is looking for passionate, hardworking innovators to join our team and help fuel our successful trajectory into space.Firefly Aerospace is a space and defense technology company on a mission to reliably and repeatedly launch, land, and operate space systems from Earth to the Moon and beyond. As the partner of choice for critical space missions, Firefly is the first commercial company to launch a satellite to orbit with 24-hour notice and the first company to achieve a successful Moon landing. Headquartered in north Austin, Texas, Firefly is looking for passionate, hardworking innovators to join our team and help fuel our successful trajectory into space.SUMMARYFirefly Component and Sub-Assembly Technicians work closely with Fluid Systems Engineers to ensure that the build process is being performed to according to the instructions. This work primarily includes the assembly of valves, actuators, and other sub-assemblies. We are hiring for a range of experience levels from entry level to highly experienced and we encourage all interested candidates to apply.Additional responsibilities include:Test, functional verification, and troubleshooting of hydraulic and pneumatically actuated cryogenic valves, systems and componentsAssist engineers in reviewing and developing design concepts, tooling, test hardware and providing feedback for improvements.Hydrostatically and pneumatically proof components.Follow, review, improve and provide feedback on work instructions for complex mechanical systems and installationsPrecision assembly of rocket engine components: combustion devices, valves, turbomachinery, and other sub-assemblies.Safely work with hazardous systems, chemicals, and high-pressure operations.Root cause and diagnostic component disassembly, repair, and workClean and passivate hardware using means such as solvent/chemical, mechanical, ultrasonic, and precision cleaning methods.Perform shop level maintenance and calibration of equipment such as pumps, tanks, filtration systems, scales, etc.QUALIFICATIONSRequired:2 to 5 years experience (or equivalent) in aerospace, aircraft, R&D or related industrial fields.Electronics / Avionics experience or familiarity with avionics systems used in aerospace applications (e.g., wiring, troubleshooting, or integration of avionics components and systems)\"Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical manualsA Demonstrated high-level problem of solving skills working in a team environment.Physically able to climb ladders and stairsLift and carry 50 lbs. for limited durationsSchedule varies depending on needs, flexibility requiredWork nights, weekends and overtime when necessary.Desired:Familiarity with tube fabrication (bend, flare, fittings, etc.) and pressurized system safetyWorking knowledge of a variety of tube/fluid applications including GN2, GHe, hydraulics and cryogenicsKnowledge of various fittings such as National Pipe Thread (NPT) and AN fittingsExperience cleaning systems to aerospace or medical standardsPrior valve, actuator, and pump build experienceAirframe and Powerplant License (A&P)Firefly offers outstanding benefits for our employees, including generous health, dental and vision plans with low plan deductibles, parental leave, relocation benefits, educational reimbursement, short term disability, and flexible PTO options.To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.Firefly Aerospace, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Firefly is governed based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.