Engineering Technician

Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Redmond
Posted on: September 15, 2023

Job Description:

Job OverviewWe are currently seeking an Engineering Technician 2 with knowledge of contamination control techniques and processes, for the purpose of preparing rocket engines for hot-fire testing and post hot-fire propellant decontamination and functional test. Candidates must have the ability and willingness to work other shifts and overtime as needed to meet production schedules. This current opening may be filled at this level as posted or at one level higher. About Us is the Trusted Disruptor for the global aerospace and defense industry. With customers' mission-critical needs always in mind, our more than 50,000 employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains.In our Redmond, WA, site (Seattle area), we fabricate, assemble, and test chemical and electric thrusters, as well as small scale propulsion systems. Our electric propulsion systems enable a wide variety of missions from the exploration of our solar system to global communication and the surveillance of severe weather and wild fires. You're not just "doing a job" at . The work you perform makes significant contributions to national security and space exploration.

• Inspiring Company Culture - Our people support each other and work together to leave an indelible impact on our nation's aerospace and defense legacy. Read more about our culture:
• Rest and Relaxation - Accrue 3 weeks of vacation to start plus separate sick allowance. 9/80 or 4/10 schedule providing longer weekends. Plus 90 hours of paid holidays on average throughout the year.
• Comprehensive Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Accounts, and Wellness programs. Want to know more? Check out:
• Prepare for the Future - 401(k) with company match
• Professional Development - Tuition assistance, free professional development training through Rocket University, employee recognition, and leadership development programs
• Employee Resource Groups - Local and Enterprise employee-led volunteer groups to create community, awareness, impact, and to support a culture where everyone belongs
• Beautiful Campus - Large campus with forested trail, basketball court, fitness center, covered bicycle parking, and outdoor gazebosEssential FunctionsWorking under general supervision:25% - Setting up rocket engines for hotfire: assembling rocket engines into handling fixtures, connecting propellant manifolds to thruster inlets in a laminar flow bench. Performing pressurized leak checks,25% - Processing thrusters after hotfire: operating vacuum oven to decontaminate propellant from thrusters. Performing mechanical and electric functional tests on thrusters.10% - Support a variety of contamination control and/or manufacturing related tasks including assisting with troubleshooting problems, incident reporting, failure investigations, training, report preparation, etc.20% - Perform complex/precision mechanical assembly and test of valves or other components/products as assigned. Read and interpret product drawings and department procedures.20% - Other duties as assigned, such as but not limited to support of new production initiatives and schedules.RequirementsRequires an Associate's Degree and one (1) year of related experience in a mechanical environment (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).Additional Requirements:
  • Ability to read, interpret and understand: written documents, drawings, procedures, specifications, and requirements to perform assigned tasks.
  • Proven ability to follow detailed work instructions and procedures needed.
  • Effectively communicate (both written and oral)
  • Ability to perform mathematical calculations
  • Strong mechanical assembly understanding
  • Strong understanding of pressure testing (proof pressure, external leak testing with mas-spectrometer and internal leak testing)
  • Strong understanding of electrical testing (DMM, Hipot, oscilloscope, etc.)
  • Ability to handle precision clean parts within a laminar flow environment.
  • Able to test and certify in processes such as in torqueing, pressure testing, electrical testing, etc.
  • Knowledge of contamination control processes and techniques, clean rooms, laminar flow environments, FOE/FOD, etc.
  • Familiarity with 6S and lean procedures
  • Must be able to be trained and become certified in cleanroom monitor within the first 3 months of employment.
  • Use and operate various computer systems and applicable software (such as retrieving work instructions or manufacturing module in ERP system).
  • Requires the ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with the work team and those contacted in the course of work.
  • Requires the ability and willingness to work other shifts and overtime as necessary.May be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level. Requires U.S. Citizenship. Must be able to satisfy federal government requirements for access to government information, and having dual citizenship may preclude you from being able to meet this requirement.Work Environment and Physical Requirements:While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel items. The employee is regularly expected to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, stoop and kneel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. May require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety shoes, and shop coat. May also be required to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer. May require the ability to travel by air or auto. These positions may be expected to work varying shifts and hours to ensure successful operation of activities in the organization.Pay range for this position:24.52 - 33.97 per hour Note about pay range:Pay range for this job level is a general guideline only for California and/or Washington State and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

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