Spacecraft Fluids & Pumps Engineering Technician
Core
Assemble, test, and maintain turbopumps and fluid loop hardware to cool high-power satellites from development through production.
Role type
Hands-on engineering technician (spacecraft thermal control)
Builds
Turbopumps, fluid loop mechanisms, and test stands for high-power satellites
Domain
Aerospace / Satellite manufacturing / Thermal control systems
Required skills
Turbopump assembly, fluid loop testing, orbital welding, tube fabrication, hydraulic testing, clean room operations, MES software, calibrated tool usage
Preferred skills
Aerospace thermal control experience, GD&T interpretation, engineering team collaboration
Technologies
Swagelok, AN, VCR, flare fittings, multimeters, megohmmeters, torque wrenches, crimpers
Responsibilities
Assemble precision turbopumps and fluid loop mechanisms per engineering drawings; Build, operate, and maintain development flow loops and test stands; Execute hydraulic performance, leak, flow, and proof pressure tests; Fabricate, bend, fit, and install precision tubing and fluid lines including orbital welding; Install pump motors, valves, and sensors including harness routing; Perform fluid loop cleaning, flushing, vacuum evacuation, and working fluid fill/charge.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
