Engineering Technician I

Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!     

We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA's pursuits in deep space exploration. Jacobs is NASA's largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States. 

We have an exciting opportunity for an Engineering Technician Ito join our team with the Operations & Test Division.

If selected, you will:

• Perform a variety of hands-on tasks within a manufacturing facility that specializes in the production of lightweight ceramic thermal protection
• Position requires the ability to interact within a community of engineers and technicians to process both rigid and fabric flight-grade aerospace components
• Requires the ability to earn and maintain technical certifications.  Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required, as is the ability to work all shifts (1st, 2nd and 3rd) and overtime. 
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requisition Qualification:

• Typically requires a HS diploma and 5 years of experience or BS in Engineering Technology or related field
• Positive attitude
• Strong work ethic
• A high mechanical aptitude
• Attention to Safety

Requisition Preferences: 

• Previous experience in a manufacturing facility
• Worked with power tools and equipment

Why Join Our Team?

Click on the below links to view just a small sample of all that we do! Come join our team and be part of our future. We look forward to seeing you!

See What We Do

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In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have:

• Excellent personal and professional career growth
• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable
• Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)
• Much, much more!

For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit www.wehavespaceforyou.com

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position.
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.

Essential Functions

Physical Requirements: 

Requires: 

• Reaching for, handling, and manipulating objects and materials in all directions.
• Coordinating eyes, hands, and fingers to operate tools and equipment.
• Seeing and hearing with or without correction.
• Kneeling from 1 to 30 minutes at a time.
• Climbing and maintaining balance on ladders, scaffolds, structures, etc. above and below ground level.

Requires Frequent: 

• Standing.
• Lifting up to 40 pounds.
• Carrying up to 40 pounds for 20 yards from ground level, from waist level and overhead (occasional).
• Bending and crouching/squatting at waist from 1 to 30 minutes at a time.

Requires the ability to: 

• Follow set procedures and standards.
• Apply basic mathematical skills.
• Plan and work selecting proper tools.
• Compare and understand differences in the size, shape, and form or lines, figures, and objects.
• Follow written and oral directions, plans and blueprints.
• Picture and evaluate solid objects from drawings or diagrams using standards that can be measured or checked.
• Recognize and report safety hazards.

Work Environment: 

Typically a lab or warehouse, or a cleanroom environment with exposure to extreme hot or cold weather, excessive humidity, rain, etc., work performed at low and/or high elevations. Exposure to various noise levels caused by power tools, machinery, equipment, etc.

 Equipment and Machines:  

Operate hand-held tools such as drills, power saws, calipers, torque-wrenches, crimping tools, screw-drivers, pliers, etc.  Operate basic laboratory instruments such as oscilloscopes, volt meters, gauges, and pressure sensors, etc.  Operates personal computer and related computer peripheral equipment to maintain and update database logs and/or records and print documents.  Ability to use Microsoft Office and Windows Operating System.  Ability to use two-way radio.

 Attendance:  

Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical.  Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

Other Essential Functions: 

Must be able to work in a team atmosphere. Must put forward a professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.