Thermal Development Lab (TDL) Operations Engineer

Job#: 2064636

Job Description:

Apex Systems is seeking Thermal Development Lab (TDL) Operations Engineers to work onsite in El Segundo, CA.

Position Overview: We are seeking Engineers responsible for the safe operation of a Thermal Development Lab (TDL) test facility, which includes pumps, compressors, valves, instrumentation, and other equipment with multiple process flows operating at a wide range of temperatures and pressures. Multiple positions are available to support 24/7 operations.

Responsibilities:

• Direct and coordinate all facility activities during the shift to ensure safe and efficient operations and maintenance.
• Coordinate with personnel requesting test services to plan and execute testing.
• Control and monitor facility equipment and data to execute the operating plan and identify anomalies.
• Direct technicians and other personnel to ensure proper execution of planned shift activities.
• Develop modifications to planned shift activities and schedules as necessary to accommodate unforeseen situations.
• Analyze facility performance and develop recommendations for improvement.
• Develop and execute troubleshooting plans in response to anomalies.
• Develop, create, and maintain documentation that supports both internal and external regulatory requirements, including EHS.
• Develop operating and maintenance procedures.
• Direct and coordinate outside vendors and personnel from other Boeing groups for shift activities supporting facility operation and maintenance.
• Prepare shift documentation and coordinate with incoming shift to ensure smooth shift turnover.
• Perform surveillance on equipment via walk-arounds.
• Operate valves and move lightweight supplies and equipment.
• Work under minimal direction.
• Maintain good attention to detail and organization skills.
• Communicate effectively with a diverse audience.
• Basic capability with Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Qualifications:

• Associates degree with 9 years related work experience or Bachelors degree with 7 years related work experience. Degree in STEM is desired.
• Experience supporting the operation and maintenance of facility equipment such as pumps, valves, compressors, instrumentation, and heat exchangers.
• Experience developing and troubleshooting procedures, diagnosing, and troubleshooting equipment technical issues.
• Experience with fluid flow/pressure drop principles, rotating machinery, and thermodynamics principles.
• 5 years of work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2 years of experience as a lead or supervisor responsible for operation and/or maintenance in a facility with pumps, compressors, valves, and instrumentation.
• 2 years of experience operating with cryogenic systems.
• Outstanding communication skills, including the ability to communicate with a diverse audience.
• Proficient capability with Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Flexibility to work shifts including: 2nd, 3rd and 5th Shift (weekend), 2nd/3rd 4/10s, Weekend 3/12

Other requirements:

• Active Top Secret clearance desired.
• Adjudicated Counter Intelligence scope polygraph completed within the last 5 years.
• A current Tier 5 (T5), formerly known as a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) (U.S. Citizenship required) or willingness to enter a Continuous Evaluation program.

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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

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