Technician/Mechanic I - Commercial Space Systems

Marotta Controls; Montville Township (NJ); On-site; USD 49,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-Day Work Week

Competitive Benefits

Job summary

Marotta Controls in Montville, NJ, is seeking a Technician/Mechanic I for our Commercial Space Systems team to assist in assembly, calibration and testing of solenoid valves used on rockets.

You will work with a cross-functional team in a heated, air-conditioned facility, participate in our Space Technician Training Program, and pursue a defined growth path within operations.

Qualifications

• Must have effective verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and follow procedures.
• Computer literate with basic PC skills and MS Office familiarity.
• 1+ years aerospace/mechanical/automotive experience beneficial but not required.
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical/trade school preferred.
• Must be a US Citizen.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate assembly tools and follow procedures.
• Assemble products per procedures/schematics; perform visual inspections.
• Set up and operate test equipment; conduct functional testing of valves.
• Troubleshoot and rework products; document non-conformances.
• Maintain hand tools and assist with equipment maintenance.

Skills

Strong communication

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Fast-paced work

PC skills

Aerospace/automotive awareness

US Citizenship

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical/trade school preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position: Technician/Mechanic I - Commercial Space Systems

Location: Montville, NJ

Job Id: 2130-8253-27-N-S

# of Openings: 6

Elevate your career at Marotta Controls, a New Jersey Top Workplace four years running! Dedicated to innovation, quality and excellence, we deliver cutting edge control systems for the Aerospace & Defense industry. At Marotta, we value bold thinking and teamwork, and we empower our employees to push boundaries while delivering top-tier solutions to our customers. Our team fosters a fun, collaborative culture where creativity and technical excellence thrive! Your next big opportunity starts here. Be part of a company where your work supports a mission that makes a difference.

Technician/Mechanic I (Commercial Space Systems)

Position Profile

As a Technician on our space production team, you will assist in the assembly, calibration, and testing of solenoid valves used on rockets. Our valves play a key role in mission critical functions such as first-stage attitude control thrust generation, pneumatic stage separation, fuel pressurization, and engine ignition.

At our state-of-the-art heated and air-conditioned manufacturing facility in Montville, NJ, you'll work with our cross-functional production and engineering team to achieve quality and on-time delivery goals. By completing our Space Technician Training Program, you'll be well positioned to succeed in your new role and get on a defined path for continued growth in the operations organization.

Responsibilities

• Product Assembly
  • Set up and operate assembly tools (e.g., standard hand tools, micrometers, calipers)
  • Assemble products per written procedures and/or schematics
  • Perform visual inspections
• Product Test
  • Set up and operate test equipment (e.g., multimeters, pressure gauges and transducers, flow meters)
  • Operate high pressure nitrogen and helium test equipment
  • Conduct functional testing of valve products and record results
  • Troubleshoot and rework products
• Issue Resolution
  • Manage or eliminate issues impacting assembly and test, communicating with other technicians and team lead as necessary
  • Identify and document non-conformances
  • Participate in corrective action resolution
• Tool and Equipment Maintenance
  • Maintain all hand tools in clean working condition
  • Notify supervisor of any equipment that requires repair
  • Assist with testing equipment maintenance and/or repair

Minimum Qualifications

• Effective verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and follow procedures
• Computer literate, with basic PC skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office
• 1+ years aerospace/mechanical/automotive experience is beneficial but not required
• High school diploma or equivalent, technical/trade school preferred
• Compensation based on experience.
• Must be a US Citizen

Work Environment

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to conditions typical of a manufacturing/machine shop environment, including, but not limited to: fluids, fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, noise and vibration
• This position entails constant exposure to abrasive chemicals
• This job interacts both in a professional office environment and a manufacturing/machine shop environment. This role uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines, as well as environments inclusive of the appropriate eye, hearing and foot protection (as required).
• Temperature of work environment may be affected by outside/external temperatures, machining processes, etc.
• Some travel may be required for this position (5-10%)

Physical Requirements

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
• The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms, and to use hands to finger, handle or feel.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• The employee is regularly required to stand at length, sit, walk, stoop, bend, turn, balance, and/or crouch, and move about the facility.
• The employee may be required to lift, push, pull and/or move items weighing up to 45 pounds

Attractive Work Schedule

4-Day Work Week - Monday-Thursday (6:00AM-4:30PM), OT available

This position is at our Montville, NJ corporate offices location.

Pay Range: $23.75 - $28.00/hour

Many of our contracts require proof that you are a U.S. citizen and/or that an export license has been obtained for employees who are citizens of certain countries. Your employment, both initially and continually thereafter, is conditioned on production of such proof of citizenship and/or any export license that may be required to comply with any and all applicable laws, regulations, or executive orders, or required by Federal, State, or local government contracts.

At Marotta Controls, we are committed to a fair, performance‑driven compensation approach that promotes consistency across all levels of our organization. We ensure that pay decisions are free from bias, based on objective criteria, and are regularly reviewed.

Your level and base salary will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job‑related knowledge and skills, experience, and internal consistency.

Additionally, we offer a highly competitive compensation package for this opportunity, including incentive compensation and a comprehensive suite of premium benefits. These include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, tuition assistance, paid vacation, sick and personal days, paid holidays, and flexible scheduling options such as compressed workweeks. We value and reward employee achievements and host multiple engagement events each quarter to foster a strong, supportive workplace culture.

If you are looking to grow or accelerate your career and be part of a best in class organization while enjoying a work‑life balance, please visit our website at www.marotta.com to learn more about us.

VETERANS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY