Will need to be able to train on a normal day shift (Monday – Friday)
Description: As part of a small, passionate, and accomplished team of experts, you will perform hands-on assembly and maintenance of cutting-edge rocket engine turbomachinery. You will share in the team’s impact on all aspects of Turbopump assembly, disassembly, testing, and tool/fixture design. You will also provide critical feedback to make improvements with respect to process control, capability, and repeatability.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Precision assembly of rocket engines
Detailed component inspection using calipers, micrometers, etc. to tolerances of 0.0001”.
Coordinating hardware processing such as inspection, cleaning, and shipping
Hardware management under critical cleanliness requirements (liquid oxygen service)
Safely working with hazardous systems, containing chemicals and/or high-pressure
Assist engineers in reviewing design concepts and providing feedback for improvements.
Familiarity working with assembly fixture tooling.
Review and follow work instructions for complex mechanical installations.
Innovate to improve processes and increase efficiency of operations.
We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!
Minimum Qualifications:
3+ years of experience with the assembly of turbomachinery/propulsion systems, aircraft or automotive engines, or other highly technical machinery.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings.
Ability to read and understand technical manuals/detailed work instructions.
Strong mechanical competence with the ability to use hand and power tools.
Ability to accurately use precision measurement and inspection tools.
Demonstrated troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
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.
Physical Requirements:
Climb ladders & stairs and be able to lift up to 50 lbs. for limited durations of time.
Preferred Qualifications:
5+ years’ experience in propulsion assembly, integration, and testing.
Associate degree in a technical field.
Knowledge of precision inspection equipment.
Experience with critical sealing surface requirements.
Experience with thread insert installation and thread tapping tools.
A&P license or equivalent experience in integration and testing of propulsion systems.
Experience operating heavy lifting equipment such as overhead cranes and forklifts on flight hardware.
Experience with 3D measurement tools, such as Faro Arms/Trackers and Verisurf software.
Knowledge in the use of 3D CAD tools (CREO is preferred), and ability to read and interpret GD&T per ASME Y14.5M-1994 standard.
About Us: Established in 2004, SPECTRAFORCE® is one of the largest and fastest-growing diversity-owned staffing firms in the US. The growth of our company is a direct result of our global client service delivery model that is powered by our state-of-the-art A.I. proprietary talent acquisition platform, robust ISO 9001:2015/ISO 27001 certified processes, and strong and passionate client engaged teams. We have built our business by providing talent and project-based solutions, including Contingent, Permanent, and Statement of Work (SOW) services to over 140 clients in the US, Canada, Puerto Rico, Costa Rica, and India. Key industries that we service include Technology, Financial Services, Life Sciences, Healthcare, Telecom, Retail, Utilities and Transportation. SPECTRAFORCE is built on a concept of “human connection,” defined by our branding attitude of NEWJOBPHORIA®, which is the excitement of bringing joy and freedom to the work lifestyle so our people and clients can reach their highest potential. Learn more at: http://www.spectraforce.com
Benefits: SPECTRAFORCE offers ACA compliant health benefits as well as dental, vision, accident, critical illness, voluntary life, and hospital indemnity insurances to eligible employees. Additional benefits offered to eligible employees include commuter benefits, 401K plan with matching, and a referral bonus program. SPECTRAFORCE provides unpaid leave as well as paid sick leave when required by law.
Equal Opportunity Employer: SPECTRAFORCE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Please contact Human Resources at LOA@spectraforce.com if you require reasonable accommodation. At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $48.30/hr.
