Senior Mechanical Technician

Sierra Lobo, offers customers a full range of professional and technical capabilities, including Test and Evaluation, Systems Engineering, and Advanced Technologies. We also develop products and processes related to Cryogenic Fluid and Thermal Management Systems, Densified Propellant Management Systems, and Prototype Extreme Pressure and Temperature Systems. Our customers include the Department of Defense (DoD), the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, U.S. Army, Missile Defense Agency (MDA), and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).

This is a full-time direct-hire position located at or near our Hoover Road facility in Milan, Ohio. Benefits begin upon start. The successful applicable will support multiple integrated project teams in the reactivation and ongoing operation of a world-class government-owned aerospace research and test facility.

We are seeking motivated, experienced, hands-on and flexible individuals to join our team as a Senior Mechanical Technician.

Key Responsibilities

• Determine and implement approaches to solving unique problems
• Create work plans to complete tasks as specified by an Integrated Product Team lead
• Assign, coordinate and provide leadership to junior members of the technician staff
• Monitor technical and schedule status of assigned tasks and report as necessary using email, MS Word, MS Excel and similar tools
  
  
  

Discipline Areas

• Equipment Operation Operate/supervise operation of various mechanical tools and equipment, including drill presses, band saws, grinders, and other hand and power tools
• Maintenance Support Supervise/assist in the maintenance and repair of mechanical systems and equipment, ensuring optimal performance and safety
• Assembly and Fabrication Supervise/participate in the assembly and fabrication of mechanical components, following technical drawings and specifications
• Troubleshooting Identify and report mechanical issues, supervise/assist in troubleshooting and problem-solving under supervision
• Documentation Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and inspections
  
  
  

Safety Compliance Adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines to maintain a safe working environment

• Minimum ten (10) years of experience performing similar activities
• Minimum one (1) year of supervisory experience
• Must be able to supervise and perform manual labor under sometimes harsh conditions
• Expert-level understanding of mechanical systems and use of appropriate tools
• Excellent mathematics skills relevant to job duties
• Willingness and ability to act as a technical mentor for junior technicians
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions accurately
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Must be United States Citizen
  

Preferred Experiences

• Fabrication, installation and/or repair of pressure vessels and piping systems
• ASME and/or AWS welding credentials
• ASNT NDE Certification (any Level)