Technician/Mechanic II - Commercial Space Systems

Marotta Controls, Inc; Taylortown (NJ); On-site; USD 56,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Marotta Controls, Inc in Montville, NJ, seeks a Technician/Mechanic II responsible for set up and operation of pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical, and electromechanical assemblies for Space, Navy and Aircraft applications. You will assemble and test production hardware and subassemblies, following schematics and specifications, and perform rework as needed.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma, 3–5 years in manufacturing/testing, experience with electronic test equipment,

Qualifications

• Minimum of a High School Diploma, or equivalent
• 3 – 5 years of experience in a manufacturing/testing environment
• Mechanical or electro-mechanical products measurement and testing experience required
• Knowledge/experience with variety of electronic test equipment
• Must be a US Citizen

Responsibilities

• Primary duty is to ensure that products perform their proposed functions in a satisfactory manner
• Read, interpret documents (i.e. procedures, schematics/technical drawings, etc.) and use necessary measuring devices/equipment to confirm tooling/fixturing geometries and dimensions
• Set up and use electronic instruments, load testing devices, microscopes, various measuring instruments
• Conduct end-of-line functional testing on valve components and record results
• Maintain accurate parts and part count for each job

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Technical aptitude

Communication skills

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Electronic test equipment

Job description

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Location: Montville, NJ

Job Id:1878-854-26-R-S

# of Openings:1

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.

Position Profile

The Technician/Mechanic II is primarily responsible for the independent set up and operation of all phases of processing pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical, and electromechanical assemblies for Space, Navy, and/or Aircraft applications. This role assembles and tests production hardware and their subassemblies, by following schematic and other written and/or verbal specifications, and troubleshoots problems that arise, responding with appropriate unit rework.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Minimum of a High School Diploma, or equivalent
• 3 – 5 years of experience in a manufacturing/testing environment
• Mechanical or electro-mechanical products measurement and testing experience required
• Demonstrated mechanical/technical aptitude and abilities to function test products
• Knowledge/experience with variety of electronic test equipment
• Knowledgeable in the areas of high pressure fluids (Skydrol/red-oil.), gasses and electronic test equipment and ability to work with abrasive chemicals and hydraulic fluids required
• Knowledge of Lean concepts, ESD, FOD control and personal protective equipment
• Effective verbal/written communication skills required for interacting with all levels of personnel within the organization
• Computer literate, with MS Office experience and basic PC skills
• Must be a US Citizen

Essential or Primary / Key Responsibilities

• Primary duty is to ensure that products perform their proposed functions in a satisfactory manner
• Read, interpret documents (i.e. procedures, schematics/technical drawings, etc.) and use necessary measuring devices/equipment to confirm tooling/fixturing geometries and dimensions
• Conduct all work in accordance with approved technical data, customer specifications and regulatory requirements including mil-specs
• Set up and use electronic instruments, load testing devices, microscopes, various measuring instruments
• Setup and operate tools required for assembly including, but not limited to; standard hand tools, load testing devices, micrometers, depth mics, calipers and microscopes
• Setup and operate equipment required for testing including, but not limited to; multimeters, ohmmeters, voltmeters, pressure, gauges and transducers, data recorders, load cells, and flow meters
• Install, operate and maintain high-pressure nitrogen, helium and skydrol test equipment
• Assemble products, install internal components; use arbor press/fixtures; apply lock wire and torque seal
• Conduct end-of-line functional testing on valve components and record results
• Assist with testing equipment maintenance and/or repair
• Maintain accurate parts and part count for each job
• Identify causes for test failures, perform rework, and submit suggestions for corrective action to supervisor for approval
• Seek, document, and support Lean ideas to improve the efficiencies of the company
• Maintain all hand tools in clean working condition
• Notify supervisor of any equipment that requires repair
• Properly handle and dispose of chemicals used, utilizing proper PPE (as required)
• Identify any routings discrepancy and notify supervisor so changes can be made if necessary

Additional Duties / Responsibilities

• Abide by all safety, quality, housekeeping and company policies/procedures to ensure compliance to all regulatory and internal system requirements
• Contribute to a positive and cooperative work environment through effective communication at all levels internal and external to the organization
• Actively participate in team meetings, improvement initiatives/programs, etc. and respond to actions, in support of company initiatives/goals, as directed
• Assist in the training of personnel to perform required technical tasks (as directed)
• Consistently demonstrate commitment to company values
• Keep management informed of area activities and of any significant problems.
• Develop and maintain constructive and cooperative working relationships with personnel at all levels, company-wide
• Assume responsibility for related duties as required or assigned.
• Ensure that work area is clean, secure, and well maintained.
• Complete special projects and miscellaneous assignments as required.
• 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 (air hose, etc.), and vibration
• This position may entail 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.
• This is a full-time position. Overtime and weekend work could be required, as job duties demand.
• 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 repetitively use/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, stack, push, pull and/or move items weighing up to 45 pounds

This position is at our Montville, NJ location.

Pay Range: $27.00 - $34.00/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.

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.

We are an affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity employer M/F/IWD/Veterans