Mechanical Technician (Air Operations)

  • ADV0009Q7
  • On Site
  • Hampton, Virginia, United States
  • Full time
The successful candidate will join the Facility Operations team to operate and maintain mechanical systems and equipment in support of Air Operations and wind tunnels at NASA Langley Research Center. All work will be performed with a high standard of quality and workmanship. All safety policies and procedures must be followed.

Responsibilities

  • Working knowledge of safety practices common to industry including FOD control and LOTO (OSHA Lockout/Tagout program) is preferred
  • Experience operating and maintaining rotating machinery, hydraulic and pneumatic system, pumps, valves and cooling water systems
  • Operate appropriate equipment; devices, fabricates and assembles new or modified mechanical components or assemblies for products such as industrial equipment and machinery, power equipment, servo systems, machine tools, and measuring instruments
  • Sets up and conducts tests of complete units and components under operational conditions to investigate design proposals for improving equipment performance or other factors, or to obtain data for development, standardization and quality control
  • Experience with but not limited to industrial forklifts, man-lifts and cranes
  • Perform preventive maintenance, inspection, and operate equipment per documented procedures
  • Must be able to read relevant technical drawings and specifications


U.S. Citizenship required. Two (2) years of college with courses in engineering, mathematics or related engineering courses, plus four (4) years relevant mechanical experience or any equivalent combination of relevant education and training that can be documented by a certificate or diploma from a reputable organization, school, or trade school program and experience for a total of six (6) years. Knowledge of OSHA Lockout/Tagout program is preferred.

Must have good communication skills, be detail-oriented, able to work with a team, and have good problem-solving skills. Consideration given for military training, technical school, or aviation maintenance training.

Essential Functions

Work Environment

Office environment. (20%). Test/Industrial Environment - May be exposed to areas of high noise levels, hazardous propellants, explosives, chemicals and industrial facilities. (75%)

Travel between facilities and test operations may be required and may bring exposure to loud noise and potentially hazardous equipment and chemical operations. (5%)

Physical Requirements

Must have sufficient mobility to enter into confined spaces, crawl into or onto various assemblies while maintaining a clear vision of safety is required. (50%) Potential exposure to high noise levels, hazardous chemicals, propellants and the like. (75%). Appropriate PPE and training will be provided for all conditions.

Must be able to walk, stand, bend, twist and sit for extended periods as well as climb, crawl, and lift up to 35 lbs. (75%)



Equipment and Machines


Facility operations display/keyboards/mechanical/electrical control/HMI (30%)

Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, fax, copier, etc.) (30%)

Attendance

Regular attendance mandatory (100%)

Overtime/work outside normal schedule required (10%)



Other Essential Functions


U.S. Citizenship required. A valid driver’s license is required. 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. The work environment requires the ability to cooperate and work with individuals at all levels of the company and the client. Employees will exercise diligence when developing a Safe Plan of Action (SPA) for each task performed. Your SPA is a Company provided tool to be used for the prevention of incidents, accidents, and injuries; as such, it is the most important tool that you are required to use.

Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance as required.

 

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran’s status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language at EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans and Labor Laws Posters.

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