Space Propulsion Test Mechanic C - 1st Shift

Rocketdyne; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocketdyne in West Palm Beach, FL is seeking a Space Propulsion Test Mechanic C to join the 1st shift on our on-site facility.

You will assemble, mount and test propulsion systems and components in collaboration with engineering, and maintain logs to ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. This role requires an A&P license or equivalent industrial experience and up to 4 years of related work.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or equivalent and 0-4 years experience.
• Requires Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) License or equivalent industrial experience.
• Two year technical degree, trade school, or equivalent and 3-5 years' experience.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, mount, and test development and production space propulsion systems and rigs.
• Follow procedures, drawings, and work instructions; interface with engineering for testing requirements.
• Maintain logs; ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations; travel as needed.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Space Propulsion Test Mechanic C - 1st Shift

Job ID

Job Location: Jupiter, FL, On-Site

Job Schedule: 5/8: Employees work 8 hours per day, 5 days a week- 2nd Shift

Job Description

We are seeking a Space Propulsion Test Mechanic C to work at our West Palm Beach, FL facility. This position is for 1st Shift.

Essential Functions

Perform a variety of duties, some complex in nature, to assemble, mount, and test development and production space propulsion systems, components, and rigs.

• Under direction of supervision or higher grade mechanic, work from procedures, drawings/prints, work instructions and specifications while interfacing with engineering to meet balancing, assembling, mounting, and testing requirements on new or development hardware. Assist in the cleaning, assembly, setup and pressure testing of components, rigs and facilities.
• Where method of work is specified, follow established procedures/work instructions or work with higher grade mechanic to operate and maintain various support equipment, making simple modifications as required. Including maintenance and repair of test facility valves, vacuum pumps, and high pressure piping systems.
• Regularly work with mechanics hand tools and specialty tools on light to medium weight parts. Occasionally work in an awkward or strained position using manual or mechanically assisted devises.
• Work with methods and operations engineers to assist in devising and developing improved tooling and process changes in both the assembly and test processes. Occasionally participate in investigations by analyzing data, diagnosing problems and recommending solutions.
• Audit records, analyze and compute data and maintain logs to assure compliance to departmental procedures and customer requirements.
• Comply with Federal & State Environmental and Safety regulations, as well as conform to Company guidelines and procedures for operation of both test facilities and space propulsion systems in assembly areas.
• Perform other related work of a comparable or lower skill level as required or directed by higher-grade mechanic/supervision in support of department objectives.

In addition to the typical duties listed above, this position also requires:

• Providing assistance in the handling and distribution of liquids, steam, cryogenics and high pressure gases.
• Performing routine calibrations, maintaining facilities and complying with area Safety and Environmental requirements.
• Maintaining logs and records as required.
• Occasional travel to off-site customer locations to perform service bulletin.
• Referring difficulties or unusual situations to leader/supervisor.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum 0-4 years experience. Requires Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) License or equivalent industrial experience.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Two year technical degree, trade school, or equivalent and 3-5 years' experience.

Starting pay is $34.94 per hour, but can vary based upon experience. Position level will be filled based on education and experience of identified candidate.