Structural Strength Instrumentation/Electrical

Taleo; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401(k) plan with Company Match

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Medical and Dependent Care Flexible-Sp

Pet Insurance

Job summary

HX5, LLC seeks an on-site Structural Strength Instrumentation/Electrical Engineering Technician in Huntsville, AL to support Redstone Arsenal lab work. Duties include assembling test articles, instrument installation, data collection, and interfacing with MSFC customers and team members.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or GED, some science/engineering knowledge, and the ability to follow written instructions. U.S. citizenship or permanent residency is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Some practical knowledge of science or engineering and mathematics.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assemble space flight test articles.
• Install/integrate instrumentation components (strain gauges, transducers, thermocouples, etc).
• Data collection and analysis; maintain networks and electrical assemblies.
• Operate in confined spaces and handle hazardous test articles.
• Interface with MSFC customers and test team members.

Skills

Good communication skills

Attention to detail

Dependable

Willing to work irregular hours

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or equivalent technical experience

Tools

Windows OS

MS Office

Forks/Aerial Lifts/Bridge Cranes

Job description

Structural Strength Instrumentation/Electrical Engineering Technician
Engineering Technician, III
Huntsville, Alabama

HX5 is an award‑winning provider of engineering, research and development, and technical services to clients such as NASA and the Department of Defense. Founded in 2004, HX5 is a fast‑growing veteran‑and woman‑owned company with locations nationwide.
HX5 is currently seeking a Structural Strength Instrumentation/Electrical Engineering Technician to work onsite in a laboratory environment at Redstone Arsenal.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assembling space flight test articles.
• Performing routine maintenance, installation/integration of various types of mechanical and instrumentation components such as strain gauges, pressure transducers, thermocouples, load cells, hydraulic actuators, tubing, etc.
• Instrumentation applications, data collection and analysis, network maintenance, electrical assembly, soldering, crimping, fabricating various types of cables/connectors.
• Specialized handling, transportation, operation of one of a kind test articles and associated components.
• Conducts various tests or experiments which may require minor modifications in test setups or procedures as well as subjective judgments in measurement, selecting, preparing, and operating standard test equipment and records test data.
• May be required to operate within confined spaces.
• Interfacing directly with MSFC customers, technicians, and other test team members.
• This position will perform other duties as required to fulfill the mission of the MSFC Structural Strength Testing Branch.
• Must adhere to MSFC and OSHA safety requirements, including use of appropriate PPE when necessary and follow written technical procedures.

Education and Experience:

• High school graduate or GED
• Some practical knowledge of science or engineering
• Some practical knowledge of mathematics
• Must be able to work from written and verbal instructions
• Good communication (written and verbal) skills
• Must be dependable and willing to work hours outside the normal schedule
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and workmanship
• Experience reading and understanding specifications and detailed work instructions

Work Environment

• The position operates in unique, “one of a kind,” and/or hazardous research and test facilities, test stands, laboratories, chambers, equipment, and are required to have highly specialized skills that in many cases can only be obtained through specialized training, “on the job” work experience, and certification(s).
• The position leverages significant Government/contractor investment, over a long period of time, to train/groom the individual to work independently within these various operational environments. Examples of specialized operational environments include:
  o Cryogenics: Liquid Hydrogen, Liquid Oxygen, Liquid Nitrogen, Liquid Helium
  o Gaseous Hydrogen, Gaseous Oxygen, Gaseous Nitrogen, Gaseous Helium
  o High Pressure Systems
  o Hypergols
  o Solid Propellants
  o Explosives
  o Other Toxic
  o Confined Space
  o Cleanliness Standards and Operations
  o Electrical Instrumentation and Controls Systems and Components Associated with Hazardous Operations
  o Mechanical Systems and Components Associated with Hazardous Operations
  o Safety Critical Equipment, Lifts, and Moves
  o Specialized Equipment
  o Large and/or Complex Facilities, Test Stands, Equipment, Special Test Equipment, and Test Articles
  o Specialized Handing, Transportation, Operation of One of a Kind Test
  o Articles and Associated Components
• High Bay, Lab, Test Stands, confined spaces

Preferred Experience:

• Associate degree or high school diploma and/or 3 years equivalent technical experience
• Experience should include a working knowledge of Microsoft Windows Operating Systems for personal computers and MS Office products
• Experience with forklifts, aerial lifts, and bridge cranes

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position requiring 40 hours per week and offers a flexible work schedule Monday through Friday during core business hours.

Other Position Requirements:

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position.
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Requires ability to obtain and maintain NASA Public Trust background screening requirements.
• Must be able to pass a MSFC physical examination for any required safety-related certifications.
• All positions supporting the METTS III contract are subject to NASA medical screenings at the start of employment and annually, as determined by the outcomes of the Safety, Health, and Environmental Job Assessment Questionnaire.
• Must be able to lift 40lbs with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able to work at heights.

HX5 offers a competitive salary and benefits package to include:

• Relocation Assistance
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Pet Insurance

HX5, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

HX5, LLC is a Drug Free Workplace Employer.

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CJ