SR. TECHNICIAN - TECHNICIAN - Space Technologies - Boulder, CO

Southwest Research Institute; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

First paycheck bonus

Job summary

Southwest Research Institute in Boulder, CO seeks a skilled technician to directly support engineering teams on cutting-edge space science projects. You will maintain the laboratory space and equipment, assist in assembling, integrating, and testing hardware for space flight applications, and collaborate with local suppliers to keep lists up to date.

The role requires hands-on experience with lab tools, soldering tasks, and reading mechanical/electrical drawings, with strong teamwork and

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years: Basic computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with SolidWorks/LabVIEW or ability to be trained.
• 2 years: Setup and use standard lab test equipment, hand and power tools; build cables, adapters, assemblies and boards; perform soldering tasks.
• 2 years: Read and understand mechanical/electrical drawings, diagrams, schematics, and manuals; use oscilloscopes, voltmeters, and other test equipment.
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and calibrate laboratory space and equipment, including purchasing lab consumables and tools; ensure lab safety.
• Collaborate with contamination control engineering on incoming inspection and cleaning of parts.
• Advise management on expanding capabilities in a cost-effective manner.
• Coordinate labs with facilities and staff to support maintenance, upgrades, and equipment delivery.
• Build and test harnesses and boards, including NASA crimping and wiring, NASA soldering, NASA staking and conformal coating.
• Work independently and with our engineering team to create and submit drawings, procure parts, perform dimensional inspections, log non-conformances, and follow flight practices.

Skills

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

SolidWorks

LabVIEW

Oscilloscopes

Job description

Who We Are

As a recognized leader in space science research and spacecraft instrumentation, avionics, and electronics, we work to reveal the secrets of our solar system and the universe. By joining our team, you will receive $500 on your first paycheck (minus applicable taxes).

Role

Objectives of this Role

• Apply your knowledge and experience to directly support engineering teams on cutting edge research.
• Support the laboratory infrastructure for SwRI in Boulder, CO.
• Maintain the machine shop including operation and programming of equipment.
• Assist in the assembly, integration, and test of hardware projects including space flight hardware.
• Work with local suppliers including possible supplier visits to ensure local lists are up to date and capabilities are established.

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities

• Maintain and calibrate laboratory space and laboratory equipment, including the purchase of lab consumables and tools and ensure safety of the laboratories.
• Work with contamination control engineering on incoming inspection of parts and cleaning and processing parts.
• Advise management on ways we could expand our capabilities in a cost effective manner.
• Support Engineering staff by assisting with coordinating labs with building facilities and staff to support maintenance, upgrades, equipment delivery, etc with all relevant parties.
• Build and test harnesses and boards, including NASA crimping and wiring, NASA soldering, NASA staking and conformal coating.
• Work independently and with our engineering team to create and submit drawings, procure parts, do dimensional inspections, log non-conformances, and follow flight practices.

Requirements

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years: Basic Computer skills, e.g. MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Basic familiarity with SolidWorks, LabView or ability to be trained on basic technician functions of LabView and SolidWorks.
• 2 years: Work with setup and usage of standard laboratory test equipment, other measurement equipment, hand tools, and power tools. Ability to build engineering level cables, adaptors, assemblies and boards and perform engineering level soldering tasks.
• 2 years: Read and understand mechanical and electrical drawings, diagrams, schematics, and manuals. Familiarity with standard lab test equipment including: oscilloscopes, voltmeters and other measurement equipment to perform engineering support functions.
• Good communication skills and willing to work in a team environment.

Special Requirements

Work assignment is in Boulder, Colorado.

Job Locations

Boulder, Colorado

Salary Range: $29.57 - $43.51

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