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Propulsion Fluids Technican I -Clean Line (Tube Cleaning) -2nd shift

Firefly Aerospace
Briggs, TX, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 6 Jul 2026

About the role

ABOUT FIREFLY AEROSPACE

Firefly Aerospace is a space and defense technology company enabling the world to launch, land, and operate in space anywhere, anytime. The only commercial company to achieve a successful Moon landing and deliver a satellite to orbit on 24-hour notice, Firefly provides government and commercial customers with full mission services from low Earth orbit to the Moon and beyond. Headquartered in north Austin, Texas, our manufacturing and test facility is located in Briggs, TX.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Propulsion Fluids Technicians at Firefly are hands-on specialists supporting the hardware that powers our vehicles to space. In this role, you'll clean, inspect, pressure test, and prepare flight components using processes like ultrasonic cleaning and passivation in a controlled environment. This is an entry-level role where you'll build real technical skills working with flight hardware to strict aerospace standards. If you're mechanically inclined, detail-oriented, and ready to get your hands on hardware that goes to space, we want to hear from you.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Cleaning & Passivation

  • Perform cleaning and passivation of flight hardware using solvent/chemical, abrasive, ultrasonic, and other approved methods in a controlled cleanroom environment
  • Execute passivation processes to ensure corrosion resistance and material integrity
  • Use personal protective equipment (PPE) properly and follow all hazardous material handling procedures

Pressure Testing

  • Perform hydrostatic and pneumatic proof and leak testing on fluid system components
  • Operate precision measurement and calibration tools including torque wrenches, micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and optical instruments
  • Verify acceptance criteria in alignment with engineering and quality requirements

Inspection & Verification

  • Conduct visual and borescope inspections to verify cleanliness and hardware integrity
  • Follow detailed work instructions, technical procedures, and engineering documentation
  • Identify, document, and report non-conformances, defects, and inspection discrepancies

Shop Standards & Safety

  • Maintain a clean, organized, and FOD-free work environment
  • Adhere to all safety protocols when working with chemicals, pressurized systems, and equipment
  • Safely handle and move large or sensitive hardware using overhead cranes, hoists, and lifting equipment

QUALIFICATIONS

Technical Skills — Required

  • Mechanical aptitude with at least 1 year of hands-on experience using basic hand tools in a production environment
  • Ability to read and interpret e

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