LES Shop Mechanical Technician

We are launching people to the Moon and Mars. If you want to be part of this amazing mission and enjoy working in a great team environment, we would love to have you as part of our team that is making history, today. It takes big ideas and determination to take NASA's vision and make it reality. That's what we do every day. 

The COMET contract provides overall management and implementation of ground systems capabilities, flight hardware processing, and launch operations at NASA's Kennedy Space Center (KSC) in Florida. These tasks will support the International Space Station, Ground Systems Development and Operations, and the Space Launch System, Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle, and Launch Services programs. 

The Ground Systems Support (GSS) organization is looking for Mechanical Technician for the Launch Equipment Shop (LES) who supports multiple programs for National Aeronautics and Space Administration's (NASA). The candidate will provide troubleshooting and repair for manufacturing and CNC machining equipment, Daily checks and maintenance of machine shop equipment, tear down and assembly of parts and equipment at the LES. A background in maintenance and repair of manufacturing and fabrication is highly desirable.

THIS IS A COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT REPRESENTED POSITION

Responsibilities 

As a member of the team, you will: 

Specific areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to:

• Perform quality work in the operation, maintenance and repair of machine and fabrication shop fixtures, equipment, and facilities.
• Interpret engineering drawings, sketches, and work instructions to carry out assignments.
• Work directly with engineering personnel and technicians on the installation, and operation of components, special systems, and equipment.
• Buildup of manufactured parts into final assemblies per print and work instructions.
• Operate forklift and man-lift equipment in the performance of work assignments as required.
• Work at elevated locations using systems/equipment such as ladders, man-lifts, scaffolding and other work platforms.
• Operate appropriate shop mechanical equipment, systems, and tools in the performance of work duties.
• Clean hardware and components prior to, during, and after assembly using established procedures and specifications.
• Maintain equipment as necessary, including preventive maintenance, repairs, or replacement of parts.
• Execute all work duties in a skilled, safe, and technically acceptable manner.
• Wear and utilize appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and clothing during performance of work duties, to include safety glasses/goggles, hard hats, gloves, masks, respirators, coveralls, harnesses, etc.
• Identify and correct potential hazards and/or unsafe acts/conditions at the work site.
• Notify Supervision of any hazards in the workplace and advise on potential corrective actions.
• Maintain work area in a neat, orderly, and safe condition.
• Perform work in other classifications when incidental, but necessary to accomplish work assignment.
• Provides day to day technical support for operations and maintenance issues.
• Interface with customers and communicate completion of tasks on schedule, to the customer's satisfaction.

Qualifications  

• High School Diploma or equivalent and technical training in the applicable area and three years related experience.

• Must have a valid US Driver's License. 

• Technical training in the applicable areas of experience, with more than 3 years' experience

• Ability to work effectively and cooperatively in a team environment

• Must be able to coordinate work between multiple project disciplines

• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects without missing deadlines or sacrificing accuracy

• Must be self-motivated, demonstrate initiative, and be able to work in dynamic environments

• Must be able to work independently or with minimal supervision

• Demonstrated written and verbal presentation skills for interfacing with management and customers (internal and external)

• Knowledge of hand tools, power tools, lifts, pendant cranes, and precision measuring and testing equipment is required.

• Familiar with basic mechanical equipment and systems. •

• Ability to build positive/effective relationships with clients and co-workers and demonstrates focus on satisfying both internal and external customers

• Accepts responsibility for safety of yourself and others

Physical Requirement 

• May be required to climb stairs to access equipment for trouble shooting. 

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