Engineering Technician VI

Amentum

23h•Onsite

About The Position

We are launching people to the Moon and Mars. If you want to be part of this amazing mission and enjoy working in a great team environment, we would love to have you as part of our team that is making history, today. It takes big ideas and determination to take NASA's vision and make it reality. That's what we do every day. The COMET contract provides overall management and implementation of ground systems capabilities, flight hardware processing, and launch operations at NASA's Kennedy Space Center (KSC) in Florida. These tasks will support the International Space Station, Ground Systems Development and Operations, and the Space Launch System, Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle, and Launch Services programs. The selected candidate will perform the day to day operations of the Ground Support Technical Operations (GSTO) group supporting the National Aeronautics and Space Administration's (NASA) Artemis program. The candidate will support Launch Vehicle Processing primarily serving within the leadership position as GSTO Lead Technician. The candidate is required to have directly related experience and working knowledge of the following: Testing and Validation of ground support systems primarily on the Mobile Launcher. A mechanical and/ or electrical background in the ground support equipment (GSE) field is highly desirable. Must be able to follow work instructions, interpret engineer drawings and follow stringent work area rules and safety protocols. Excellent communication skills are required. Experience in Microsoft Office Products (i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook, Etc.) is required with working knowledge of production software Solumina and MAXIMO. Must be able to pass a SCAPE Physical and maintain a security clearance. Must be able to support shift work, weekends and overtime when required. Must be able to support overtime requested even if requested on short notice. Qualifications - External Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent, technical training in the applicable area of expertise, and required certifications and 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 equipment. Depending on the candidate’s experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised. Lead responsibilities include attending the daily shift tag-up meetings and obtain the work scheduled for GSTO. Conduct/attend crew assignment meetings and assign technicians to scheduled task based on the certifications and experience required. Collect work status throughout the shift and report the status to the Area Integrators, COMET Department Manager and Flow Management. Serve as TTL for tasks as needed and mentor technicians to create a safe, well balanced and experienced team. The candidate is required to have served within this position as shop point of contact (POC) and has shown a high level of job efficiency, leadership and reliability as observed by shop management. Essential Functions: Physical Requirements Will be required to climb stairs to access equipment for troubleshooting. Climbing ladders and platforms will be necessary. Will be required to wear hearing protection, eye protection and other associated personal protective equipment. Position may involve extended periods of sitting or standing. Physical requirements are sitting, walking, standing, extensive use of stairs, and access to remote structures. Must be able to work in tight confined space areas. Work Environment All work must be completed in a safe manner in accordance with NASA and Company safety standards. Will be required to work inside and outside throughout the test complex. Position requires daily individual to travel to different areas on site. Walking on uneven terrain including paved areas, gravel/rocks, and dirt/sand is required to access various locations on the facility. Equipment and Machines Operate computer terminals, personal computers, and related computer peripheral equipment to maintain/adjust database logs and records, print documents and record work performance. Personal computer, scanner, copy machine, telephone, laser printer, fax machine, and other office equipment including desk supplies. Attendance Work assignments are normally 8 hours shifts, 5 consecutive days per week. Must be dependable and punctual. Occasional overtime, sometimes with short notice, is required to meet demanding schedule Other Essential Functions If offered a position, proof of U.S. Citizenship or Legal Permanent Resident/Green Card holder of the United States is required. Needs to have clear, concise, and accurate communication skills. Must have ability to work well with office staff and customer representatives. Government security clearance may be required in the future. Must be able to travel to support position requirements. This may include travel to and from customer location, which may involve airline travel. In some cases, accommodations can be made for POV, if necessary. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others. Must maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that fosters good relations with customers, clients, co-workers, and management. Must possess and maintain a valid CDL with endorsements Florida driver’s license. Must pass a federal background investigation. Must comply with all “drug free workplace” requirements as mandated by directives issued by the appropriate federal contracting officer and the company, which requires drug testing for use of illegal drugs by employees in sensitive positions. Access to Kennedy Space Center Amenities While doing your part to help further space exploration at Kennedy Space Center, you can enjoy many on-site amenities, such as: Child Development Center Discounted tickets to local attractions and theme parks Credit Union Fitness Center Barbershop NASA Exchanges Flexible Schedule and Telework At Amentum, we value your time and commitment. Here at Kennedy Space Center, we offer partial telework options and flexible work schedules for many of our positions. The ability to utilize a flex schedule or telework will depend on your department’s demands and needs. Service Contract Act (SCA) Compensation & Benefits: This is an hourly, overtime-eligible position that falls under the Service Contract Act (SCA). In accordance with the Health and Welfare provisions of the SCA, and in addition to your base hourly rate, you may be eligible to receive an additional health and welfare payment for each hour you work to ensure compliance with the minimums set forth by the act. The amount you are entitled to receive will vary depending upon the fringe benefits you select now and in the future. Compensation Details: XXX The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws. Benefits Overview: Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. 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Requirements

The candidate is required to have directly related experience and working knowledge of the following: Testing and Validation of ground support systems primarily on the Mobile Launcher.
Must be able to follow work instructions, interpret engineer drawings and follow stringent work area rules and safety protocols.
Excellent communication skills are required.
Experience in Microsoft Office Products (i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook, Etc.) is required with working knowledge of production software Solumina and MAXIMO.
Must be able to pass a SCAPE Physical and maintain a security clearance.
Must be able to support shift work, weekends and overtime when required.
Must be able to support overtime requested even if requested on short notice.
High School Diploma or equivalent, technical training in the applicable area of expertise, and required certifications and 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 equipment.
Must possess and maintain a valid CDL with endorsements Florida driver’s license.
Must pass a federal background investigation.
Must comply with all “drug free workplace” requirements as mandated by directives issued by the appropriate federal contracting officer and the company, which requires drug testing for use of illegal drugs by employees in sensitive positions.
If offered a position, proof of U.S. Citizenship or Legal Permanent Resident/Green Card holder of the United States is required.
Needs to have clear, concise, and accurate communication skills.
Must have ability to work well with office staff and customer representatives.

Nice To Haves

A mechanical and/ or electrical background in the ground support equipment (GSE) field is highly desirable.
Government security clearance may be required in the future.
Must be able to travel to support position requirements. This may include travel to and from customer location, which may involve airline travel. In some cases, accommodations can be made for POV, if necessary.
Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.
Must maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that fosters good relations with customers, clients, co-workers, and management.

Responsibilities

Lead responsibilities include attending the daily shift tag-up meetings and obtain the work scheduled for GSTO.
Conduct/attend crew assignment meetings and assign technicians to scheduled task based on the certifications and experience required.
Collect work status throughout the shift and report the status to the Area Integrators, COMET Department Manager and Flow Management.
Serve as TTL for tasks as needed and mentor technicians to create a safe, well balanced and experienced team.
The candidate is required to have served within this position as shop point of contact (POC) and has shown a high level of job efficiency, leadership and reliability as observed by shop management.