Precision Cleaning Specialist

We Love AI Jobs; Pittsburgh, Northern (Allegheny County, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Voyager Technologies in Pittsburgh, PA seeks a Precision Cleaning Specialist to establish a scalable cleaning operation for its MI&T team. You will create standardized processes, SOPs, and training programs while collaborating with engineering and quality to ensure hardware meets design intent.

Minimum qualifications include a BS in Engineering or Materials Science and 3+ years in precision cleaning or contamination control.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering or Materials Science or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in precision cleaning or contamination control in high-reliability industries.
• Strong technical writing, documentation, and planning skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Establish standardized cleaning processes, work instructions, and SOPs.
• Select and implement cleaning equipment, tooling, chemicals, fixtures, and infrastructure.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing to process hardware per design intent and resolve discrepancies.
• Drive continuous improvement and lean manufacturing within the cleaning operation.

Skills

Precision cleaning

Contamination control

Technical writing

Documentation

Planning

Communication skills

Education

BS in Engineering or Materials Science

Tools

IEST-STD-CC-1246E

Job description

# Precision Cleaning SpecialistPittsburgh Robotics NetworkPittsburgh, PAFull-time$70,000 – $100,000 / yearUpload your resume once and Scout applies for youApply with ScoutShare this job:LinkedInXSave imageThe Precision Cleaning Specialist will establish a scalable cleaning operation for Voyager Lunar Systems’ manufacturing, integration, and test team in Pittsburgh. The role develops cleaning processes and documentation, selects equipment, and works with engineering and quality teams to prepare hardware for use.* Permanent* On-site* 3+ years* Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Materials Science, or eq### Skills and expertisePrecision cleaningContamination controlTechnical writingManufacturing work instructionsPassivationEBOM/MBOMIEST-STD-CC-1246ELean manufacturing### Key responsibilities* Establish standardized cleaning processes, work instructions, and operating procedures.* Select and implement cleaning equipment, tooling, chemicals, fixtures, and infrastructure.* Coordinate with engineering and quality teams to process hardware and resolve discrepancies.## How this job comparesCompared with 637 open mid-level operations jobs on October 10, 2026.Pay: This job pays $70K to $100K a year. The 181 open mid-level operations jobs that publish US pay start at $107K on average, so this job starts about 35% lower.Similar open jobs: We Love AI Jobs lists 637 open mid-level operations jobs at 182 companies.Remote work: This job is on site. 80 of the 637 mid-level operations jobs (13%) are remote.AI in this role: Low. The company works with AI, but AI is a small part of this role's daily work. This is a manufacturing role centered on precision cleaning, contamination control, and hardware processing. The posting does not mention AI systems or tools.## Full descriptionVoyager is an innovative space, defense, and national security technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space.Forge the Future: Join Voyager TechnologiesThe future belongs to those who build it. At Voyager Technologies, we’re building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers and prepare us for what’s next. And we’re doing that with people who are wired to solve, build, adapt and lead. These roles are not for the faint of heart. You’ll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. We’re a company of doers, thinkers, and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality. If you want to put your skills to work where the stakes are real and the mission is bigger than any one person, forge the future with Voyager.Job SummaryThe Precision Cleaning Specialist for Voyager Lunar Systems is responsible for building and establishing a scalable cleaning operation.The position reports to the Manufacturing Lead and is part of the Manufacturing, Integration, and Test (MI&T) team based in Pittsburgh, PA. This role is onsite based in Pittsburgh, PA.In this role, the essential functions are:• Create a high-performing cleaning organization from the ground up and establish standardized cleaning processes, work instructions, and SOPs.• Generate high-quality technical documentation such as engineering test plans, work instructions, equipment specifications, and qualification reports.• Work directly with technicians and engineers to create and maintain training programs, competency matrices, and certification requirements.• Identify and implement precision cleaning equipment, tooling, chemicals, fixtures, and infrastructure needed.• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Mechanical Integration & Test, Quality, and design engineers to ensure hardware is processed per design intent.• Troubleshoot/correct anomalies and discrepant hardware.• Drive continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives within the precision cleaning operation.If your experience aligns with our basic qualifications and you are inspired by our mission, we’d like to connect. If you don’t see the right role right now, Join Our Talent Community and stay connected as we continue to build what’s next.Minimum Qualifications:• B.S. in Engineering or Materials Science, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.• 3+ years of demonstrated experience in precision cleaning, contamination control, or related manufacturing processes, preferably within aerospace, space, defense, semiconductor, or other high-reliability industries.• Experience with technical writing, documentation, and planning.• Strong written and verbal communication and organizational skills.• Ability to read, analyze and interpret various technical procedures and reports.• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with changing needs and requirements.Preferred Qualifications:• Experience with passivation of metallic parts.• Experience with generating manufacturing work instructions, routings, product structure, and manufacturing bill of materials (EBOM/MBOM).• Familiarity with precision cleaning standards such as IEST-STD-CC-1246E.Travel, Physical, and/or Government Mandated Requirements:• Ability to work alternate shifts, weekends, and extra hours as schedules require.The good faith base salary range for this role is $70,000-100,000 at the time of this posting. Where you fall within the range depends on your experience, skills, and location. This range reflects base salary only and does not include benefits or bonus/incentive. This range may be adjusted in the future.