Technician

Cimarron Inc.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Cimarron Inc. is seeking a part-time Quality Technician to support cargo bag and experiment processing operations at Kennedy Space Center, Florida. The role may involve on-call work with 48-hour notice, or sustained weekly support during active operations in the SSPF.

Responsibilities include quality inspections, documentation of part numbers and serials, and ensuring conformance to approved documents, with on-site duties at KSC and potential travel to launch pads as needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 15+ years of experience as a Quality Technician supporting spacecraft programs.
• Experience with Maximo.
• Excellent customer service and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work remotely and independently as needed.
• Ability to adhere to Cimarron, customer, and NASA procedures.
• Comfort with computer systems and new software.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 20 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality inspection and verification of flight hardware, cargo bags, and experiment hardware during processing operations.
• Support cargo bag build, closeout, stow, and turnover activities per procedures.
• Document hardware identification data in customer and NASA systems.
• Verify conformance to work documents and initiate nonconformance when needed.
• Handle, package, and transport flight hardware using cleanroom and ESD controls.
• Respond to on-call tasks within 48 hours for cargo bag and pad operations.
• Coordinate with NASA quality reps, payload engineers, and customer personnel to resolve issues.
• Learn and use customer data systems for tracking and quality records.

Skills

Customer service

Team player

Judgement

Computer skills

Cargo bag ops

ESD handling

Cleanroom ops

Flight hardware handling

P/N S/N documentation

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Maximo

Job description

Position Introduction/Key Duties

Cimarron is seeking a part-time Quality Technician to support cargo bag and experiment processing operations at the Kennedy Space Center Florida. This role may involve on-call support with 48-hour notice for cargo bag and pad operations, or sustained weekly support during experiment operations conducted in the Space Systems Processing Facility (SSPF).

This Position Operates Under Two Possible Support Models

• On-call/48-hour notice — for cargo bag and pad operations
• Sustained weekly support — during active experiment operations in the SSPF

During on-call shifts, mileage to and from KSC is reimburseable.

Key Duties

• Perform quality inspection and verification of flight hardware, cargo bags, and experiment hardware during processing operations in the Space Systems Processing Facility (SSPF).
• Support cargo bag build, closeout, stow, and turnover activities in accordance with Cimarron, Customer, and NASA procedures.
• Document hardware specific identification data, including part number, serial number, and lot or batch number, in customer and NASA systems of record.
• Verify conformance of processing operations to approved work authorization documents and initiate nonconformance documentation when discrepancies are identified.
• Handle, package, and transport flight hardware using approved cleanroom and ESD control practices.
• Respond to on call taskings within 48 hours for cargo bag and pad operations, including work at launch pads at any time of day.
• Coordinate with NASA quality representatives, payload engineers, and customer personnel to resolve processing issues.
• Learn and use customer provided data systems for hardware tracking, work authorization, and quality record management.

Required/Desired Skills, Experience, And Education

• Due to facility security requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for consideration at this time.
• This position requires access to federal facilities. Candidates must possess a valid, unexpired Real ID-compliant driver's license or state-issued identification card at the time of hire. If you are unsure whether your ID is Real ID-compliant, please check for the star symbol in the upper portion of your driver's license or state ID.
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs.
• Available as needed within a 48-hour notice to support work at any time of the day.
• 15 or more years of experience as a Quality Technician supporting spacecraft programs.
• Experience with Maximo.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to work as a team member remotely and independently.
• Excellent judgement and ability to adhere to established Cimarron, customer, and NASA procedures.
• Ability to use a computer and utilize new systems.
• Ability to work at a launch pad.
• Familiarity with cargo bag/scientific operations on orbit.
• Previous certifications or knowledge of:
• Cleanroom operations
• ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) handling
• Handling/packaging of flight hardware
• Documentation of hardware-specific identification (P/N, S/N, lot/batch, etc.)
• High School diploma or equivalent.

Business Profile

Cimarron is a global solutions company with a strategic partnering approach to satisfying customer-driven requirements. We ensure customer success with a modern approach and experienced leadership. Driven by an entrepreneurial spirit, Cimarron is fueled by highly skilled employees, developing new innovative technologies, and delivering superior products and services. We believe in recognizing employees' worth by offering competitive salaries and benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) contributions, educational reimbursement, and much more. From company communication through Company-wide information meetings led by our President and CEO, to an Awards program designed to recognize our amazing employees and their accomplishments, you will not only feel like you are a part of a team, you will be a valued member of the Cimarron family. Cimarron is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.