Technician V Engineering Aerospace (Inspection)

Jacobs Technology provides overall management and implementation of ground systems capabilities, flight hardware processing and launch operations at NASA's Kennedy Space Center 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.

 

• Performs non-routine and complex inspection assignments involving Flight hardware, GSE and the manufacturing of flight hardware.
• Inspects major units, devices, or equipment; validates work performed, tests or experiments.
• Assists in planning tests to evaluate equipment performance.  Analyzes and evaluates test results and prepares reports on findings.
• Demonstrates extensive proficiency within expertise and ability to train less experienced inspectors.
• Under direction of the engineering staff, applies engineering principles and theories in inspecting, testing, and modifying equipment such as machinery. 
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Must be able to work at heights, climb stairs and ladders and be able to work in confined space.  

Must be able to support 2nd shift, weekends and overtime. Must be able to work at heights, climb stairs and ladders and be able to 
work in confined space. 

 

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

Flex schedule and Telework:

At Jacobs, we value your time and commitment.  Here at Kennedy Space Center, Jacobs offers 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.

Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent, technical training in the applicable area of expertise, and required certifications and 18 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.  

 

Essential Functions

Physical Requirements

• Duties may include the handling of hazardous waste and transportation of hazardous waste (if qualified).
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Ability to distinguish between colors (ex: blue and green wires)
• Ability to comply with safety policies and compliance
• Ability to use limbs with 90% range
• Must use safety protective equipment where required
• Must be able to climb ladders, towers and stairs
• Will require physical exertion in climbing, lifting, squatting, crawling, carrying, or critical work in cramped quarters.

 

Work Environment

• All work must be completed in a safe manner in accordance with NASA and Company safety standards. 
• Work will mainly performed in an inside environment, but fieldwork can be a combination of inside and outside depending on the project.
• Working at heights is required and in confined spaces may be required.
• Work among equipment and stations in support of launches.

 

Equipment and Machines

• Operate and maintain handling equipment such as forklifts (up to 20K) and other area specific Material Handling Equipment.
• 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

• US Citizenship required.
• Ability to obtain certifications required for operating Material Handling Equipment.
• Requires the ability to interact effectively with co-workers and managers.
• Must be able to accurately communicate ideas in writing and verbal communication.
• Government security clearance may be required in the future.
• Must pass a federal background investigation.
• Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.
• 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.
• Must pass all applicable physicals required for this position
• Must possess a valid Florida Class D motor vehicle license.

 

These essential functions may be amended prior to an offer of employment.