Spacecraft Technician

Global Edge Group; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Edge Consultants, LLC is seeking an Electrical/Mechanical Technician (Spacecraft Technician) in Littleton, Colorado to perform a wide range of mechanical assembly and electrical test duties to support the ATLO team. You will manufacture spacecraft and subsystems, test assemblies, and operate ground support equipment while collaborating with engineers.

The role requires cleanroom readiness, ability to work 1st-3rd shifts, and willingness to obtain certifications. U.S.

Qualifications

• Ability to assemble complex mechanical and electrical components per work instructions.
• Read and interpret 3D models, drawings, schematics, and test procedures.
• Willing to obtain technician certifications (adhesive bonding, cable harness, etc.).
• Able to work in ISO7 cleanroom wearing full cleanroom garb.
• Willing to support 1st-3rd shifts, overtime as needed for 24/7 operations.
• Must be a United States citizen.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture spacecraft, subsystems, and flight hardware components and assemblies.
• Test spacecraft and subsystems, including setup, execution, and reporting of results.
• Build, operate, maintain, and repair mechanical and electrical ground support equipment.
• Inventory and inspect parts for compliance with work instructions.
• Collaborate with engineers to identify, define, and solve problems.
• Work in a team-centered environment while implementing Continuous Process Improvements.

Skills

Team collaboration

Verbal and written communication

Reading 3D models/drawings

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

ISO7 cleanroom

Shift work readiness

Education

A&P License

ASE Master Technician Certifications

Job description

We are seeking an electrical/mechanical Technician (Spacecraft Technician) to perform a wide variety of tasks requiring mechanical assembly and electrical test skills to support the Assembly, Test and Launch Operations (ATLO) team in Littleton, Colorado.

Summary of Key Duties for this position:

• Manufacture spacecraft, spacecraft subsystems, flight hardware components and assemblies
• Test spacecraft, spacecraft subsystems, and flight hardware components and assemblies, including test setup, test execution, and result reporting
• Build, operate, maintain, and repair mechanical and electrical ground support equipment.
• Inventory and inspect parts for compliance with work instructions and other documentation.
• Collaborate with engineers to identify, define, and solve problems.
• Work in a team-centered environment while implementing Continuous Process Improvements.

Basic Qualifications:

• Ability to work well in a team environment and excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to assemble complex mechanical and electrical components into a final product while following work instructions
• Able to read and comprehend information from 3D Models, engineering drawings, schematics, parts lists, test procedures, wiring connection lists, and other information and documentation.
• Electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills and ability to obtain all technician certifications (Adhesive Bonding, Cable-harness, Personnel Aerial Lift Device, Crane Operator, etc).
• Ability to work shifts in an ISO 7 cleanroom environment in full cleanroom garb.
• Ability to support shift work (1st, 2nd, and 3rd), extended shifts, weekend work, and overtime as needed for a 24/7 test operation.
• Must be a United States citizen.

Desired Skills:

• Experience in optical instrument/sensor assembly and test environment.
• Experience in spacecraft or missile assembly, environmental test, and launch operations.
• Experience in aviation operations, automotive repair, and/or relevant military experience.
• A&P License and/or ASE Master Technician Certifications
• Experience with overhead crane operations, personnel aerial lifting devices (scissor and boom lifts), and forklift operations
• Experience with general test and measurement equipment
• Experience in assembly and maintenance of complex mechanisms.
• Experience in textile/canvas repair and upholstery/tailoring

The Global Edge Consultants, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Global Edge Consultants, LLC does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.