The Technician III - Mechanical role will perform mechanical integration and assembly tasks for spacecraft and instrument integration. The role involves working in a team environment, interfacing with internal customers, and performing tasks such as bonding, staking, torquing, and machining piece parts and assemblies.

The Operations Strategic Capabilities Unit plays a fundamental role in enabling efficient business and program execution – from strategic capital investments, industrial operations and an efficient supply chain, to state-of-the-art manufacturing and test operations and top-notch facilities management.

• Perform mechanical integration and assembly operations.
• Travel to and support complex field operations.
• Perform critical machine operations to tight tolerances.
• Generate workflow and manufacturability aspects for program scheduling in collaboration with technical specialists.
• Maintain electronic build documents and records.
• With technical specialist support, review and interpret schematics, drawings, and specifications.
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.

• Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor.

• High School diploma or equivalent plus 2 or more years of related experience.
• Each higher-level degree, i.e., Bachelor’s or Master’s, may substitute for two years of related experience. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
• Familiarity with mechanical assembly, machining, and fabrication techniques.
• Ability to work in a team environment and interface with customers and team members from different disciplines.
• Solid communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.

A security clearance or access with Polygraph is not required to be eligible for this position. However, the applicant must be willing and eligible for submission, depending on program requirements, after an offer is accepted and must be able to maintain the applicable clearance/access.

As this position requires operating a company vehicle, an offer and subsequent employment are contingent upon possessing and maintaining a valid US driver's license and successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check.

• Experience with machine shop equipment, including CNC milling machines and tool room lathes preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and specifications preferred.