Technician - Integration Engineering III - B

Job Title: Technician - Integration Engineering
Location: Huntsville, AL 35806
Duration: 6+ Months
Shift B : Monday - Thursday 3:00PM - 1:30AM
Pre-screen questions:

• What mechanical background do you have?
• Do you have experience with quality control processes?
• What kind of experience do you have with precision measuring equipment like Micrometers and Slide Calipers?

Job Duties
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Precision assembly of rocket engine components: combustion devices, valves, turbomachinery, avionics, test
Root cause and diagnostic component disassembly, repair, and work
Hydraulic testing for valve actuation
Nitrogen and Helium leak testing
Preparation for environmental testing
Hydro proof structural testing of components
Detailed component inspection to tolerances of 0.0001in
Creating and maintaining strict cleanliness requirements (liquid/gaseous oxygen compatibility)
Support the design, procurement, installation, and integration of custom manufacturing and test equipment
Help maintain inventory of tooling and equipment
Safely work with hazardous systems, chemicals, and high-pressure operations
Define how to prepare hardware for test, qualification, and flight
Identify, develop, and deploy new manufacturing methods (or refine existing) to improve quality, reduce cost, and optimize build schedule
Support DFMA and PFMEA studies to strengthen the feedback loop between design, build and test
Support the development of manufacturing work instructions to clearly define the following manufacturing processes: receiving inspection, fabrication, assembly, test, and integration, and refurbishment
Identify non-conformances and escapes, support and deploy corrective actions
Qualifications:
4 to 6 years of direct valve, turbomachinery, or engine assembly experience
Mastery of precision and tight tolerance assembly
Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings
Extensive experience reading and understanding specification and detailed work instructions
Proven experience and successful track record developing new processes
Strong written, personal, technical, and software skills (CAD, Scheduling, Issue Tracking, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc)
Ability to communicate clearly and appropriately at all levels of the organization
Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
Physical Requirements:
Climb ladders and stairs
Lift and carry 50 lbs. for limited durations
Work schedule may vary and depend on hardware and testing
Remain flexible by working overtime and weekends (when necessary)
Able and willing to travel for the first 6-12 months for training.
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