Aerospace Engine Assembler

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Precision assembly of rocket engine components: combustion devices, valves, turbomachinery, avionics, test
• Root cause and diagnostic component disassembly, repair, and work
• Hydraulic testing for valve actuation
• Nitrogen and Helium leak testing
• Preparation for environmental testing
• Hydro proof structural testing of components
• Detailed component inspection to tolerances of 0.0001in
• Creating and maintaining strict cleanliness requirements (liquid/gaseous oxygen compatibility)
• Support the design, procurement, installation, and integration of custom manufacturing and test equipment
• Help maintain inventory of tooling and equipment
• Safely work with hazardous systems, chemicals, and high-pressure operations
• Define how to prepare hardware for test, qualification, and flight
• Identify, develop, and deploy new manufacturing methods (or refine existing) to improve quality, reduce cost, and optimize build schedule
• Support DFMA and PFMEA studies to strengthen the feedback loop between design, build and test
• Support the development of manufacturing work instructions to clearly define the following manufacturing processes: receiving inspection, fabrication, assembly, test, and integration, and refurbishment
• Identify non-conformances and escapes, support and deploy corrective actions

Qualifications:

• 4 to 6 years of direct valve, turbomachinery, or engine assembly experience
• Mastery of precision and tight tolerance assembly
• Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings
• Extensive experience reading and understanding specification and detailed work instructions
• Proven experience and successful track record developing new processes
• Strong written, personal, technical, and software skills (CAD, Scheduling, Issue Tracking, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc)
• Ability to communicate clearly and appropriately at all levels of the organization
• 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)
• Physical Requirements:
• Climb ladders and stairs
• Lift and carry 50 lbs. for limited durations
• Work schedule may vary and depend on hardware and testing
• Remain flexible by working overtime and weekends (when necessary)
• Able and willing to travel for the first 6-12 months for training.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $46.00 - $53.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Night shift
• Overnight shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $46 - $53