Propulsion Fluids Technician I

Firefly Aerospace; Bertram (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; 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 an entry-level Propulsion Fluids Technician to support cleaning, passivation, pressure testing, and inspection of flight hardware. You will work in a controlled cleanroom, using solvents, PPE, and precision tools to meet aerospace standards.

The role emphasizes hands-on skills, adherence to safety procedures, and the ability to read engineering documentation while handling delicate components and operating overhead cranes as needed.

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude with hands-on work in production environments.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documents.
• Familiarity with inspection tools such as calipers and micrometers.

Responsibilities

• Clean and perform passivation of flight hardware in a cleanroom environment.
• Execute hydrostatic and pneumatic tests on fluid system components.
• Verify acceptance criteria per engineering and quality requirements.
• Inspect visually and with borescopes to verify cleanliness and integrity.
• Follow detailed procedures and report non-conformances and discrepancies.
• Maintain a safe, organized work area and handle large hardware with lifting equipment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading drawings

Basic hand tools

PPE handling

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.ABOUT THE ROLEPropulsion Fluids Technicians at Firefly are hands-on specialists supporting the hardware that powers our vehicles to space. In this role, you'll clean, inspect, pressure test, and prepare flight components using processes like ultrasonic cleaning and passivation in a controlled environment. This is an entry-level role where you'll build real technical skills working with flight hardware to strict aerospace standards. If you're mechanically inclined, detail-oriented, and ready to get your hands on hardware that goes to space, we want to hear from you.RESPONSIBILITIESCleaning & PassivationPerform cleaning and passivation of flight hardware using solvent/chemical, abrasive, ultrasonic, and other approved methods in a controlled cleanroom environmentExecute passivation processes to ensure corrosion resistance and material integrityUse personal protective equipment (PPE) properly and follow all hazardous material handling proceduresPressure TestingPerform hydrostatic and pneumatic proof and leak testing on fluid system componentsOperate precision measurement and calibration tools including torque wrenches, micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and optical instrumentsVerify acceptance criteria in alignment with engineering and quality requirementsInspection & VerificationConduct visual and borescope inspections to verify cleanliness and hardware integrityFollow detailed work instructions, technical procedures, and engineering documentationIdentify, document, and report non-conformances, defects, and inspection discrepanciesShop Standards & SafetyMaintain a clean, organized, and FOD-free work environmentAdhere to all safety protocols when working with chemicals, pressurized systems, and equipmentSafely handle and move large or sensitive hardware using overhead cranes, hoists, and lifting equipmentQUALIFICATIONSTechnical Skills — RequiredMechanical aptitude with at least 1 year of hands-on experience using basic hand tools in a production environmentAbility to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentsExperience using inspection tools such as calipers and micrometersBasic computer skills including Outlook, Teams, and web-based systemsTechnical Skills — Preferred3+ year of experience in aerospace, aviation, or a manufacturing environment3+ year of experience with precision cleaning or cleanroom operationsFamiliarity with hydraulic, pneumatic, or fluid systemsExperience with inspection methods including visual and borescopePhysical & Schedule RequirementsAbility to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasksFrequent bending, lifting, climbing, and working in tight spacesAble to climb ladders and stairsSchedule flexibility required; ability to work nights, weekends, and overtime as neededFirefly 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.