Technician - Assembly and Integration II
Core
Performing complex mechanical and electromechanical assembly operations on precision hardware for advanced spaceflight systems.
Role type
Senior IC assembly technician (aerospace)
Builds
Precision hardware, rotating machinery components, and system packages for space vehicles
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing / Precision engineering
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Complex mechanical assembly, precision fitting, torquing, alignment, shimming, hardware installation, reading engineering drawings with GD&T, using precision measurement tools, torque-controlled fastening, fit-up of close-tolerance hardware
Preferred skills
Rotating machinery assembly, precision balancing, AS9100 quality systems, overhead crane and rigging, FOD prevention, pressure testing
Technologies
Micrometers, dial indicators, bore gauges, torque wrenches, laser trackers
Responsibilities
Performing complex mechanical assembly operations including precision fitting, torquing, alignment, shimming, and hardware installation; Assembling rotating machinery components including rotor builds, bearing installation, seal installation, and housing closeout; Supporting integration of subassemblies into larger system packages including piping connections, instrumentation, and electrical hookup; Performing in-process inspections using precision measurement tools; Documenting assembly results including as-built dimensions, torque records, and inspection data; Supporting first article builds and process development; Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work area per FOD prevention and 5S standards; Supporting proof testing and functional testing of assembled hardware; Identifying and reporting nonconformances
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC