The Engineering Technician  will work day to day on Space Flight Hardware throughout the plant. Programs may include electromechanical components for commercial and Department of Defense satellite systems, Planetary Exploration Systems such as the Mars 2020 Rover, International Space Station and the full system integration, test and launch operations of the Sierra Space Dream Chaser Cargo System. Because of this fluid yet disciplined work environment, Engineering Technicians must have a high degree of both technical competency, written and verbal communication skills, and be comfortable working in groups or independently in order to develop prototypes and collaborate with engineers, troubleshoot, document and put explicit plans into action on Space Flight assemblies, ground support equipment and test configurations. Engineering Technicians then must be able to analyze test results and data and provide sound recommendations to the engineering staff.

Our ideal candidates are excellent communicators, problem solvers, and possess sound interpersonal and decision making skills.

 

 

Must-haves:

• Associate's degree in a related field of study and at least 4 years of relevant experience

  • A higher level degree may substitute for experience

  • Related experience may be considered in lieu of required education

• Ability to assemble basic to complex cables and harnessing, including crimping, stripping and testing

• Responsible for validation of test cables and break-out boxes

• Ability to maintain a current certification in the IPC/WHMA-A-620 (Requirements and Acceptance for Cable and Wire Harness Assemblies)

• Ability to work with various test equipment including DMMs, Hi-Pot testers, power supplies and others

• Ability to understand standard documentation packages including assembly drawings and schematics

• Ability to work with small delicate hardware under magnification

• Ability to work in an ESD sensitive environment

• Maintaining several required certifications

• Understands, plans and executes testing and troubleshooting activities in accordance with Sierra Space policies, procedures, work instructions, and specific customer requirements

• Completes parts lists, checks drawings, generates and processes engineering/document change requests, notices, and/or orders and other general engineer tasking with direction from Engineers

• Utilizes standard manufacturing tools including: torque wrenches, calipers, heat guns, scales etc.

• Computer proficiency is mandatory with experience in Microsoft Office suite

• NOTE: Weekend shifts may be required.

 

Preferred:

• Previous experience and/or certifications within the aerospace and defense industry

• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment

• Experience with AutoCAD or other 3-D CAD software

• The ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance may be required