Mid-Level Technician - Mechanical

Job Description

Job Description

Job ID : 1701A

The Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL), a University Affiliated Research Center, has been developing innovative technologies and solutions for cutting-edge DoD and intelligence programs for over six decades.

Our expertise is in space and airborne IR, VIS, UV, and RF sensors, small satellite technologies, test and calibration, cybersecurity, data visualization and assurance, and ground stations.

SDL is seeking a Mid-Level Technician for performing mechanical / electrical integration and test activities, hand soldering, visual inspection of assemblies, and interfacing with other disciplines (QA, machine shop, contamination control, etc.

to deliver spaceflight hardware on schedule. Occasional evening and weekend shifts are required when certain testing is required.

There is some flexibility in scheduling.

SDL Benefits :

At SDL, we take pride in and highly value our employees. SDL offers competitive salaries and a fantastic benefits package, including :

• Flexible work schedules
• Generous annual, sick, and holiday paid leave
• A variety of inexpensive-premium, high-quality health, dental, vision, and life insurance options
• Generous employer retirement contribution (up to 14.2% of annual gross earnings)
• Discounted USU tuition of 50% for employees and dependents
• Access to USU facilities and USU staff privileges

Required Qualifications :

• High School graduate, GED, or some higher education
• Ability to see projects through from start to finish
• Self-motivated, dependable, and detail oriented
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to identify and work through problems that may arise
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to work with other team members for completion of required tasks
• Must be a US citizen and be able to obtain a US Government security clearance
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical assemblies

Physical Requirements :

Must be able to perform physical activities which require considerable use of arms, legs and moving entire body, such as climbing (i.

e., to access large chambers), lifting (approximately 50 lbs.), balancing, walking, stopping and handling of materials

• Must be able to spend substantial time standing
• Ability to utilize visual acuity or reasonable accommodations and finger dexterity to work with small parts
• Ability to utilize hearing or reasonable accommodation to diagnose audible machine issues (i.e., pitch change, valve closure, end mil break, etc.)

Desired Experience :

• Applicable higher education or technical training
• Assembly and test of small, intricate mechanical assemblies
• Ability to support electrical integration and test activities as needed
• Experience working in a cleanroom or with minimizing contamination during assembly
• Experience with environmental testing including thermal vacuum chambers and vibration testing

For questions or assistance with the application process or the DoD SkillBridge program, please contact [email protected].

EOE including Disability and Vet

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