Engineering Technician V

Do you enjoy being the resident expert mentoring others in your area of expertise? Join our team and take your career to new heights!
As an Engineering Technician V, you will be regarded as a lead and Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Thermal Protection System (TPS) production. You will be responsible for fabricating tile, softgoods, and TPS components in support of Sierra Space's Dream Chaser®. This role includes operating within a team engaged in standing up Sierra Space's TPS production capability, involving equipment verification and validation (V&V), process definition and qualification, and lean manufacturing. You will contribute to the creation of procedures, process improvements, and manufacturing optimization efforts. Your role as a lead technician will include the operation and maintenance of state-of the-art equipment and tooling used for the manufacturing of TPS components, mentor and train personnel, and inspect others' work product for specification/process conformance.
Sierra Space, based in Louisville, Colorado with operations in Madison, Wisconsin and Durham, North Carolina, designs and manufactures advanced spacecraft, satellites, propulsion and environmental systems, spacecraft subsystems and components for the U.S. government (including NASA), commercial customers and international organizations. Learn more about Sierra Space
Must-haves:

• 10+ years of experience in a manufacturing/production environment
  
  • Related experience may be considered in lieu of required education
• Previous experience in an aerospace manufacturing/production environment
• Must be highly motivated and organized
• Ability to understand and interpret complex technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals and/or publications
• Comprehensive understanding of the use and maintenance of specialized TPS equipment, including ovens/kilns, equipment controllers, general manufacturing equipment, measurement instruments, hand tools, and power tools
• Ability to operate computer-based interfaces used for documentation, data input, and equipment automation
• Ability to perform standard/general machine shop/manufacturing technician tasks, including, but not limited to, repetitive tasks that may include lifting and/or moving heavy objects

Preferred:

• Relevant experience with Thermal Protection Systems
• Machining experience
• Knowledge of hazardous material handling and waste procedures
• Prior experience in a Lead role; the ability to mentor, train, guide and inspect the work of subordinates
• Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, NASA, the US Department of Defense or US Military
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance may be required Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances

Estimated Starting Salary Range: $32.74 - $40.92 - $45.02
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.
With 30+ years of proven spaceflight heritage, Sierra Space has provided more than 4,000 space systems, subsystems and components to customers worldwide, and participated in more than 500 missions to space, including to Mars. The company has technology in production and in development to enable space habitats for short- and long-duration space travel, a fleet of Dream Chaser spaceplanes, and the first free-flying commercial space station. Please visit www.sierraspace.com to learn more about Sierra Space, its business areas, capabilities, programs, products and services.
Sierra Space offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 8%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.
As COVID-19 continues to significantly impact our employees, families and communities, we are taking action to address the increased risk and uncertainty COVID-19 and associated variants pose in the workplace. SNC is committed to supporting our employees while ensuring we continue to meet essential national security needs of our country.
With employee health and safety as our top priority, and as a federal contractor, SNC will continue to require COVID-19 vaccination status for all employees including new hires. In accordance with applicable requirements, all current and newly hired employees who are unvaccinated may be required to adhere to enhanced onsite safety protocols including weekly COVID-19 testing, face coverings, and social distancing.
The status of applicable COVID-19 vaccination requirements are subject to change depending on applicable court orders and the course of ongoing litigation. Candidates may later be required to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination or have an approved exemption.
At Sierra Space, our mission is to dream, innovate, inspire and empower the next generation to transform humanity through technology and imagination. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome our employees to bring their whole selves to their work. Sierra Space is committed to fostering an inclusive, accepting, and diverse environment free of discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Contributions to Sierra Space come in many shapes and styles, and we believe diversity in our workforce fosters new and greater ways to dream, innovate, and inspire.