Mechanical Technician - Aerospace

Work Location: Webster, TX

Minimum Citizenship: U.S. Citizen (position requires access to ITAR and/or EAR protected data)

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES -  Mechanical Technician - Aerospace
 

• Under the direction of technical management, the mechanical technician will assemble, test, and integrate spacecraft structural and mechanical systems
• Assemble and install mechanical and structural systems
• Usage and assembly of ground support equipment (GSE)
• Read mechanical drawings, diagrams, and work instructions in order to complete installation or troubleshooting of systems
• Work across engineering disciplines (mechanical, electrical, managerial) to help develop, test, checkout ground and spaceflight hardware in a small-team, fast-paced, work environment

REQUIREMENTS -  Mechanical Technician - Aerospace
Education and Experience:

• Associate’s degree or military background preferred
• Spacecraft/Aircraft assembly, test, integration experience
• 3+ years of experience on aircraft or spaceflight hardware systems
• Experience in a fast-paced environment with spaceflight hardware (military aircraft acceptable)

• Must be able to assemble flight hardware utilizing hand tools and torque wrenches
• Ability to read mechanical drawings, diagrams, and assembly instructions
• Familiarity with the aerospace industry, such as launch vehicles, payloads, and/or satellites
• Previous experience working with spacecraft or aircraft hardware
• Self-starter personality requiring minimal management oversight
• Aptitude for fixing and repairing and troubleshooting issues
• A&P license (Preferred)

Other Requirements :
 

• Because we deal with ITAR controlled hardware, you must be a US citizen

The Equal Employment Opportunity Policy of the QTS is to provide a fair and equal employment opportunity for all employees and job applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability. QTS hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled. QTS believes that employees should be provided with a working environment which enables them to be productive and to work to the best of his or her ability. We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability. We expect and require the cooperation of all employees in maintaining a discrimination and harassment-free atmosphere.