Mechanical Technician

Pay: $28.00 - $34.00 per hour (plus 10% for swing shift)

Job description:

Military and Aviation Mechanics/Technicians encouraged to apply

We are looking for an AIT Mechanical Integration Technician for a large space technology company in Palo Alto, CA.

Shifts:

• Day 6:00 am-2:30pm
• Swing 2:30pm-11:00pm Mon-Fri
• Weekend 4/40 Swing Shift Friday to Monday 2:30pm-1pm

Job Description: Primary job function is to mechanically integrate and support testing of satellite comm, BUS, Main Body, and Top Assemblies. To be successful at the primary job function the employee will need to interpret drawings, work instructions and specifications for the assembly of complex parts and assemblies. Use working knowledge of assembly techniques and client's firm procedures to perform critical structural bonding operations.

• Mechanical assembly and test of communications satellites and ground support equipment
• Assist Mechanical Vehicle Engineers (MVE's) in the development of assembly & test processes- methods, sequences, assembly aids and test setups.
• Assembly & installation of active & passive "flight" components per engineering drawings, specifications & procedures - structural parts & assemblies, RF waveguides, electronic boxes, coax cables, harnesses, antennas & thermal blankets
• Maintain paperwork- ASIs, rework shop orders, component installation logs, mate demate logs, task logs
• Spacecraft handling
• Assembly & checkout of ground support equipment
• Knowledge of test equipment set up and support
• 2-4 Years related work experience.
• Operate cranes, man lifts, tugs, and handling equipment.
• Strength and flexibility to work on ladders up to 18 feet high, platforms and man lifts up to 40 feet high. Able to work in confined spaces such as spacecraft interior, thermal vacuum and acoustic chamber. Must be able to lift 50lbs. Must be able to work laying flat on their chest on an extended platform for most of the shift. Must not exceed weight capacity of ladders and diving boards.
• Become certified in ESD awareness, Contamination Control, Flight Hardware Handling, DC Connector Mate/Demate, Adhesive Bonding, Thermal Compound Bonding, and Component Torqueing. Must be able to understand and adhere to safety requirements i.e. safety glasses, safety shoes, ear protection, fall protection, and other requirements.
• Provide guidance and training to junior personnel.

Minimum requirements for this position:

• Proficient using precision mechanical tools, assembly fixtures, and measuring equipment.
• High school education and 2-4 years of mechanical experience is required.
• Proficient using precision mechanical tools, assembly fixtures, and measuring equipment.
• Microsoft office applications and internal database systems.
• Work overtime, weekends, and support occasional shift changes to support programs goals.

These skills would be amazing:

• Spacecraft integration or assembly related experience.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certification.
• Experience working with small teams of technicians building complex structures or assemblies.

Education

High school education

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Work Location: In person