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Jacobs · 1 month ago

Engineering Technician VI

United States-Florida-Kennedy Space Center-20339-KSC

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

20+ years exp

Jacobs is a company involved in launching people to the Moon and Mars, and they are seeking an Engineering Technician VI to support their mission. The role involves leading technical operations, supporting launch vehicle processing, and guiding technicians in a team environment at NASA's Kennedy Space Center.

Civil EngineeringConsultingCyber SecurityIndustrialIndustrial EngineeringInformation TechnologyInfrastructureProfessional ServicesReal Estate

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

Responsibilities

Lead Technician to be a recognized Subject Matter Expert / Technical Operations Lead for multiple systems

Primary support will be core stage operations and core stage GSE maintenance

Individual will support Launch Vehicle Processing of the Artemis Launch Vehicles at Kennedy Space Center

This support will include flight hardware assembly operations, testing and validations of flight and ground systems

Guide department technicians in a team environment, insuring detailed instructions and schematics are being followed for all aspects of flight hardware

Responsible for reviewing daily schedules and assigning tasks to technicians

Attend necessary meetings as department representative

Oversee and verify technician certifications

Monitor daily work crew progress and report progress to appropriate Flow Management / Area Integrators / Department Manager

Resolve issues that arise with department technicians

Establish close communication with engineering

Perform Task Team Leader (TTL) function on critical operations for flight hardware systems and / or Ground Support Equipment systems

Perform internal audits (toolboxes, has-waste, JSA's, etc.) per the direction of management

Designated Training Instructor for any lower-level technicians on flight and ground systems

Has supported processing for a minimum of 1 launch campaign (Artemis, Shuttle, or another launch program)

Candidate will instill safety and direction to group and be involved with department property account responsibilities

Qualification

Technical Operations LeadFlight Hardware AssemblyMechanical Technical OperationsElectrical Technical OperationsMicrosoft Office ProductsSafety ProtocolsCommunication SkillsTeam Leadership

Required

High School Diploma or equivalent

Technical training in the applicable area of expertise

Required certifications

20 years of related experience and technical training and certification as required across all areas of industry accepted disciplines for the technical support to aerospace systems and equivalent

Ability to follow work instructions

Ability to interpret engineer drawing

Ability to follow stringent work area rules and safety protocols

Excellent communication skills

Moderate level of proficiency in mechanical or electrical technical operations

Experience in Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Ability to pass SCAPE physical and maintain a security clearance

Ability to work Weekends and Off-Shifts, if required

Ability to climb stairs to access equipment for troubleshooting

Ability to wear hearing protection, eye protection, and other associated personal protective equipment

Ability to sit or stand for extended periods

Ability to walk, stand, and use stairs extensively

Ability to quickly evacuate buildings in the event of an emergency

Ability to work inside and outside throughout the test complex

Ability to travel daily to different areas on site

Ability to walk on uneven terrain including paved areas, gravel/rocks, and dirt/sand

Ability to climb ladders and platforms

Ability to complete all work in a safe manner in accordance with NASA and company safety standards

Dependable and punctual

Ability to accurately communicate ideas in writing and verbal communication

Ability to travel to support position requirements, including airline travel

Compliance with all 'drug free workplace' requirements

Ability to maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that fosters good relations with customers, clients, co-workers, and management