Engineering Technician 4

CHIPTON-ROSS Inc.; Redondo Beach (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Chipton-Ross is seeking an Engineering Technician 4 for a contract opportunity in Redondo Beach, CA. The role focuses on supporting the Space Systems Integration, Test, and Launch Execution directorate with assembly, test, and launch activities for spacecraft and payloads.

The position requires a High School Diploma/GED, willingness to work any shift, and hands-on experience with mechanical assembly and precision tools. On-site work in Redondo Beach is expected.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED is required.
• School must be accredited.
• Hands-on knowledge with hand tools and mechanical equipment.
• Willing to work any shift and cover extended work weeks as required.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, test, and launch spacecraft and payloads as part of Spacecraft Operations.
• Assist mechanical engineers in development, assembly and integration of mechanical and electro-mechanical components and systems.
• Devise, fabricate, and assemble new or modified mechanical components or assemblies; participate in test methodology for subsystems and full systems.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Hand tools

Measuring instruments

Reading drawings

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Accredited school

Tools

Precision measuring instruments

Job description

Chipton-Ross is seeking multiple Engineering Technician 4's for a contract opportunity in Redondo Beach, CA.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):

• High School diploma or equivalent and 6 years additional education and/or related experience.
• Willing to work any shift and cover extended work weeks as required.
• Demonstrate technical knowledge in manufacturing operations and procedures as it pertains to mechanical assembly with a high attention to detail.
• Hands‑on knowledge and experience with the use of a variety of hand tools and mechanical equipment.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

Looking for an Engineering Technician 4 to support our Space Systems Integration, Test, and Launch Execution directorate. As a member of the Spacecraft Operations department, you'll be responsible for the assembly, test, and launch of a wide variety of spacecraft and payloads.

Responsibilities:

Performs a variety of duties assisting mechanical engineers in the development, assembly and integration of Space Vehicle mechanical and electro‑mechanical components, assemblies, and systems. Devises, fabricates, and assembles new or modified mechanical components or assemblies. Participates in the development of sub‑system and system test methodology. Assists with setting up and tests complete prototype and flight units and sub‑assemblies under operational conditions.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):

• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office to supplement work order and other data requirements.
• Comprehension with reading drawings, process specification, and work order instructions.
• Experience working in clean room environments.
• Proficient in use of precision measuring instruments.Experienced in the spacecraft production and test methodologies.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma/GED is required.
• School must be accredited.

WORK HOURS:

9/80 workweek. This position will serve on‑site in Redondo Beach, CA.