(Job ID# ASM24ETI414)

Location: Kennedy Space Center, Florida, and Houston, Texas

Description

AS&M has an exciting opportunity for a Engineering Technician I to to join our team with the Operations & Test Division.

Responsibilities

If selected, you will

• Perform a variety of hands-on tasks within a manufacturing facility that specializes in the production of lightweight ceramic thermal protection
• Position requires the ability to interact within a community of engineers and technicians to process both rigid and fabric flight-grade aerospace components
• Requires the ability to earn and maintain technical certifications. Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required, as is the ability to work all shifts (1st, 2nd and 3rd) and overtime.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position.
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

Requisition Qualifications

This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate’s experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.

• Typically requires a HS diploma and 5 years of experience or BS in Engineering Technology or related field
• Positive attitude
• Strong work ethic
• A high mechanical aptitude
• Attention to Safety

Requisition Preferences

• Previous experience in a manufacturing facility
• Worked with power tools and equipment

Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.

Work Environment

Typically a lab or warehouse, or a cleanroom environment with exposure to extreme hot or cold weather, excessive humidity, rain, etc., work performed at low and/or high elevations. Exposure to various noise levels caused by power tools, machinery, equipment, etc.

Physical Requirements

Requires:

• Reaching for, handling, and manipulating objects and materials in all directions.
• Coordinating eyes, hands, and fingers to operate tools and equipment.
• Seeing and hearing with or without correction.
• Kneeling from 1 to 30 minutes at a time.
• Climbing and maintaining balance on ladders, scaffolds, structures, etc. above and below ground level.

Requires Frequent:

• Standing.
• Lifting up to 40 pounds.
• Carrying up to 40 pounds for 20 yards from ground level, from waist level and overhead (occasional).
• Bending and crouching/squatting at waist from 1 to 30 minutes at a time.

Requires the ability to:

• Follow set procedures and standards.
• Apply basic mathematical skills.
• Plan and work selecting proper tools.
• Compare and understand differences in the size, shape, and form or lines, figures, and objects.
• Follow written and oral directions, plans and blueprints.
• Picture and evaluate solid objects from drawings or diagrams using standards that can be measured or checked.
• Recognize and report safety hazards.

Equipment and Machines

Operate hand-held tools such as drills, power saws, calipers, torque-wrenches, crimping tools, screw-drivers, pliers, etc. Operate basic laboratory instruments such as oscilloscopes, volt meters, gauges, and pressure sensors, etc. Operates personal computer and related computer peripheral equipment to maintain and update database logs and/or records and print documents. Ability to use Microsoft Office and Windows Operating System. Ability to use two-way radio.

Attendance

Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

Other Essential Functions

Must be able to work in a team atmosphere. Must put forward a professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.

How to Apply?

Details about our company are available at www.asm-usa.com.

Please e-mail your resume and submit your completed AS&M application and a detailed resume to asmjobs (at) asm-usa.com. Mention the Job ID#.

AS&M application is available at our website: https://www.asm-usa.com/apply.

*** AS&M is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer ***