Technician - Integration Engineering II - B

Moseley Technical Services - Merritt Island, FL

Full-time - Entry Level

Merritt Island, FL

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Insulation / Painting Technician position at Moseley Technical Services involves working in a dynamic environment focused on aerospace thermal protection applications. The technician will be responsible for reviewing, editing, and following test procedures and processes, as well as operating test facilities and ground support equipment. This role requires collaboration with engineers on design concepts and facility improvements, planning and executing assembly for complex mechanical systems, and working with hazardous chemicals and high-pressure systems. The technician will also identify opportunities for continuous improvements to promote workplace safety and perform various tasks such as surface preparation, fixturing, adhesive application, gap filling, and vacuum bagging of large structures. Adherence to equipment requirements and methods is crucial, as is the ability to understand and complete work instructions while contributing to safety, quality, and process improvements. The technician will check completed products for conformance to specifications and defects, ensuring high standards are met throughout the fabrication process.

Responsibilities

• Review, edit, and follow test procedures and processes.
• Operate test facility and ground support equipment.
• Work with engineers on design concepts and facility improvements.
• Plan and execute assembly for complex mechanical systems.
• Work with hazardous chemicals and high-pressure systems.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvements to promote workplace safety.
• Perform surface preparation, fixturing, adhesive application, gap filling, and vacuum bagging of large structures.
• Adhere to equipment requirements, method, and sequences of operation in fabrication of parts using various materials.
• Understand, follow, and complete work instructions, contributing to safety, quality, and process improvements.
• Check completed products for conformance to specifications and for defects.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED.
• 2+ years of experience in aerospace thermal protection applications.
• Expertise in one or more of the following: primer/topcoat spray-out and hand application, spray/molded foam insulation applications, conversion coating applications, sealant applications, adhesive bonding, RTV bonding of TPS, ablative TPS materials, foam insulation applications, pressure sensitive adhesive applications, vacuum bagging, thermal blankets, applying sealants, conversion coatings, primers, adhesives, and other special finishes.
• Knowledge of safety procedures for chemicals handling.
• Must be able to be respirator qualified.
• Ability to work respectfully and cooperatively with diverse teams in a dynamic environment displaying strong work ethic with close attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret engineering models, drawings, specifications, written work instructions, and test procedures.
• Basic computer skills such as Windows, Microsoft Office, etc.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to climb ladders/stairs and work in small, restricted areas.
• Perform repetitive work including lifting of heavy items, >50lbs.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Nice-to-haves

• 5 years of experience.
• Experience working with test and flight safety critical hardware.
• Ability to work with standard mechanical tools and shop fabrication equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and schematics.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs.; work in adverse weather conditions; climb stairs and ladders.
• Must be able to work A, B, C, or D shift.
• Application of thermal protection systems (TPS) onto New Glenn flight hardware.
• Ability to support scheduled work shift, overtime, and weekends if/when vital.
• 5+ Years of experience working with aerospace thermal protection systems or coatings.
• Industry certification, trade school training and/or degree in related field.
• Demonstrated success as a 'hands-on' technical leader.
• Experience in handling large aerospace components.
• Experience in assembling large tight-tolerance structures.
• Experience in new product introduction.
• Experience in a team-based Lean Manufacturing environment.
• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certification.

Benefits

• Medical and supplemental insurance
• 401K