Machine Maintenance Technician

SUMMARY: 

The Machine Maintenance Technician maintains production and quality by ensuring operation of machinery and mechanical equipment. Responsible for day-to-day service, diagnostics, maintenance, repair and movement of company-owned machines. Reports to the Maintenance Manager.

ABOUT US:

Karman Space & Defense provides concept-to-production solutions for mission-critical systems on spacecraft, launch vehicles, missiles, hypersonics, and integrated defense systems. We believe that solving the industry’s most complex and mission-critical challenges requires relentless determination and a willingness to push the boundaries of possibility.  Karman Space & Defense brings to bear unparalleled production capabilities, unmatched engineering expertise, and unflinching analysis to render the impossible, possible.

Compensation & Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays

• Tuition Reimbursement*
  

WHAT YOU WILL DO 

• Ensures operation of mechanical/electro-mechanical equipment, machinery, material processing & cutting machines, basic pneumatic tools/lines 
• Assesses and completes diagnostics and preventive maintenance 
• Oversees new installations, movement of machines, calibration, set up and leveling 
• Coordinates services with outside vendors as needed 
• Responsible for tracking, scheduling and documenting all preventative maintenance in accordance with company policy 
• Performs other duties as assigned

 
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR 
 

• Required Education: High School Diploma
• Preferred Experience: 5 years installing, maintaining and/or repairing a variety of machinery
• Strong diagnostic troubleshooting and repair skills
• Knowledge of associated tools and test equipment
• Proficient at reading and following diagrams, manufacturer’s instructions and engineering specifications
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong time management skills
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office and Outlook a plus)
• This position requires the use of stairs, and occasionally lifting objects up to 50lbs
• Must be a U.S. Citizen 

 
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 

 This position requires the use of stairs, and occasionally lifting objects up to 95 lbs

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.  

 Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Karman is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability; citizenship status; uniform servicemember status; or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.Our management is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy with respect to hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, recruitment advertising, pay, and other forms of compensation, training, and general treatment during employment.