Job Description

Do you enjoy working in a hands-on environment?

Are you passionate about aerospace and mechanical systems?

If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL!

We are a hardware build, test and launch organization and seek a skilled, mechanically focused, hands-on individual, who is comfortable taking direction, and working closely with others as a critical team member. As a member of our team, you'll leverage your current industry skills and develop new ones needed to work independently and assemble, test, handle very high value, one of a kind spacecraft hardware. You will be joining a hardworking team of engineers, scientists and technical staff. We are passionate about our one-of-a-kind products and the services we provide our sponsors and US Government agencies.

As a Spacecraft Mechanical Technician...

• Your primary responsibility will be performing hands on hardware assembly and conducting various testing functions and handling operations involving high value aerospace hardware.
• You will interface with designers, engineers and other technical support staff in order to solve complex problems.
• You will be working with the teams conducting overhead crane lift operations, spacecraft fueling operations and other hardware handling operations.
• You will operate fork lifts, overhead cranes, personnel lifts, and work in clean room assembly areas.
• You will be responsible for reading and interpreting drawings, procedures and following quality control guidelines and inspection procedures.
• You will be expected to set up fixtures, tooling and other systems to prepare for tests, measurements, deployments, handling operations, etc.
• You will be part of the launch site operations team, assisting handling and mate operations with the launch vehicle.
• You will be a trusted partner that the engineers and other technical staff rely on to provide your independent assessments of various aspects of the work we are doing

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...

• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Have 3+ years of experience working in aerospace or a related field
• Are skilled in use of hand tools and shop equipment
• Are willing and able to travel to launch sites and other testing facilities as needed, work in cleanrooms, and can lift 50 lbs.
• Have the ability to communicate differing opinions in a collaborative environment without conflict among other team members
• Are able to obtain a Top Secret security clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...

• Possess an associate's degree or technical certification(s)
• Previous experience with spacecraft propulsion systems, thermal systems, or structural assemblies
• Have an interest in thermal blanket design and/or experience with sewing or pattern making
• Have experience with epoxy bonding and polymerics application
• Hold and active Top Secret security clearance

Why work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

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