Maintenance and Operations Engineer II

Jet Propulsion Laboratory; United States; On-site; USD 99,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Dental plan

Vision plan

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, California, invites applications for a hands-on Facilities Engineer role within the Communications and Instruments Division. You will assist with installation, maintenance, and improvement of semiconductor facilities equipment and support senior engineers in troubleshooting and repairs.

The position requires a Bachelor's in Engineering (or two-year tech degree with experience), with the option of advanced degrees for enhanced qualifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a two-year technical degree with 3+ years related work experience.
• Master's in a related discipline with 1 year related work experience.
• PhD in a related discipline with 0 years related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation, maintenance, and improvement of semiconductor facilities equipment.
• Support troubleshooting and repair activities with senior engineers and technicians.
• Order, source, and track facilities parts.
• Perform daily facility walkthroughs and equipment inspections.
• Coordinate equipment repairs and maintenance activities.
• Hands-on technical role with significant field work.
• Tasks may involve heavy lifting up to 35 pounds (gas cylinders, pump changes, oil removal).
• Occasional after-hours, weekend, flexible schedule, and emergency call-ins.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Mechanical aptitude

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree in related discipline

PhD in related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

New ideas are all around us, but only a few will change the world. That’s our focus at JPL. We ask the biggest questions, then search the universe for answers—literally. We build upon ideas that have guided generations, then share our discoveries to inspire generations to come. Your mission—your opportunity—is to seek out the answers that bring us one step closer. If you’re driven to discover, create, and inspire something that lasts a lifetime and beyond, you’re ready for JPL. Located in Pasadena, California, JPL has a campus-like environment situated on 177 acres in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains and offers a work environment unlike any other: we inspire passion, foster innovation, build collaboration, and reward excellence.

Responsibilities

The Communications and Instruments Division provides leadership in the development and infusion of technologies that enable advanced flight sensors, instruments, and deep space communications. Our expertise spans the entire electromagnetic spectrum—from RF through ultraviolet (UV) — and includes micro-electro-mechanical systems and quantum engineering. We create novel material systems and fabrication techniques that unlock new concepts and mission architectures. We pioneer deep space communication theory, implement advanced communication systems (Earth, planetary surfaces and deep space flight) and develop navigational tracking to understand where we are and how to ensure robust engineering and science data return. The Instrument Systems, Microdevices and Sensors Section develops new technologies spanning quantum, micro- and nano-devices that enable advanced flight sensors, instruments, and transition them to flight infusion. We lead and support Payload and Instrument System Engineering and Instrument Integration and Test functions across D36 product lines. We partner with academic institutions and science communities. Instruments supported in our section include, but are not limited to spectrometers, radiometers, magnetometers, microwave radiometers, and Ultraviolet (UV)/Visible (VIS)/Infrared (IR)/Far-IR imagers. You will report to the supervisor of the Central Processing & MDL Support Group. Daily assignments will be managed by a Cognizant Facilities Engineer.

Tasks

You will report to the supervisor of the Central Processing & MDL Support Group. Daily assignments will be managed by a Cognizant Facilities Engineer.

• Assist with installation, maintenance, and improvement of semiconductor facilities equipment.
• Support troubleshooting and repair activities with senior engineers and technicians.
• Order, source, and track facilities parts.
• Perform daily facility walkthroughs and equipment inspections.
• Maintain logs and generate reports.
• Coordinate equipment repairs and maintenance activities.
• Support facility operations and reliability initiatives.
• Hands-on technical role with significant field work.
• Perform tasks that require heavy lifting of up to 35 pounds: Change and manage gas cylinders.
• Perform tasks that require heavy lifting of up to 35 pounds: Pump changes and oil removal.
• Perform tasks that may require the following with overtime pay: After-hours support.
• Perform tasks that may require the following with overtime pay: Weekend work.
• Perform tasks that may require the following with overtime pay: Flexible schedules.
• Perform tasks that may require the following with overtime pay: Emergency call-ins.

Qualifications

Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a degree from a 2-year technical school preferably in mechanical engineering, or similar discipline with a minimum of 3 years of related work experience; Masters in a similar discipline with a minimum of 1 year of related work experience; PhD in a similar discipline with a minimum of 0 year of related work experience. Familiarity with facilities equipment and distribution systems. Ability to use a respirator. Proficient with Microsoft Office applications. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Preferred Skills

• Troubleshooting and repair experience with mechanical and facilities equipment.
• Exposure to: HVAC systems CAD design/layout Electronics wiring High-purity gas piping systems Blueprint reading Experience in industrial, laboratory, or government environments. Knowledge of building maintenance and semiconductor cleanroom operations.

Benefits

JPL has a catalog of benefits and perks that span from the traditional to the unique. This includes a variety of health, dental, vision, wellbeing, and retirement plans, paid time off, learning, rideshare, childcare, flexible schedule, parental leave and many more. Our focus is on work-life balance, and living healthy, fulfilling lives as we Dare Mighty Things Together. For benefits eligible positions, benefits are effective the first day of the month coincident with or immediately following the employee’s start date. For further benefits information click Benefits and Perks.

Salary and compensation

The typical full time equivalent annual hiring range for this job in Pasadena, California. $99,424 - $121,784

Equal Opportunity

JPL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status or any other characteristic or condition protected by Federal, state or local law. In addition, JPL is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. EEO is the Law. EEO is the Law Supplement Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision The Jet Propulsion Laboratory is a federal facility. Due to rules imposed by NASA, JPL will not accept applications from citizens of designated countries or those born in a designated country unless they are U.S. Citizens, Legal Permanent Residents of the U.S or have other protected status under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). The Designated Countries List is available here.

History

Formed in 1936, the NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory is a federally funded research and development center managed for NASA by the California Institute of Technology (Caltech.) JPL joined NASA as an FFRDC when the agency was founded in 1958. JPL helped open the Space Age by developing America’s first Earth-orbiting science satellite, creating the first successful interplanetary spacecraft, and sending robotic missions to the solar system. Today JPL continues its world-leading innovation, implementing programs in planetary exploration, Earth science, space-based astronomy and technology development while applying its capabilities to technical and scientific problems of national significance. Above all, we are explorers. At JPL we promote collaboration, innovation, integrity, and excellence in distinct academic areas. We turn ideas for science investigation into the reality of groundbreaking space missions, partnering with our strategic business teams to guide JPL into the future.