Job ID | 22314 | Zip | 32819 | Category | Technicians - Test Techs (Mechanical) | On-Site, Hybrid or Remote? | On-Site | Must be Eligible for US Clearance | Yes |
L3Harris Aerojet Rocketdyne Cape Canaveral, FL is looking for a Systems Test Technician for it's Orlando, FL and Cape Canaveral, FL locations.
At these locations, L3Harris Aerojet Rocketdyne produces high fidelity one, two and three stage target rockets.
Using technical procedures, process plans and complex mechanical and electrical drawings, technicians perform rigging and final assembly of the launch vehicle and test support equipment, participate in system level testing, test and install explosive devices, and assist Test Engineers in launching these target rockets to support interceptor testing. Launches are executed from U.S. military aircraft and are typically performed outside of the continental U.S. (OCONUS). Aircrew positions on the airborne launch team are required.
Mission planning, training, engineering development, administrative duties, system level testing, launch vehicle assembly, and integration with the launch aircraft being performed at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida.
Applicant will assist Test Engineers in developing testing strategies, setup test configurations, provide labor and schedule inputs and work with a multi-disciplined functional team of technicians, engineers, and test personnel to ensure a high quality integration and test process.
This current opening may be filled at this level as posted or at one level higher.
L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor for the global aerospace and defense industry. With customers' mission-critical needs always in mind, our more than 50,000 employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains.
Employees at our Orlando facility develop complex, advanced targets used to test the systems that protect our warfighters, our nation and our allies.
You're not just "doing a job" at Aerojet Rocketdyne, an L3Harris Technologies Company. The work you perform makes significant contributions to national security and space exploration.
50% - Participating in booster build and integration, pre-launch parachute packing and rigging, pneumatics and hydraulic system setup, system level integration & testing, data review, troubleshooting and corrective action.
15% - Training in both company processes, launch vehicle systems and related test engineering tasks.
15% - Assisting in aircraft integration and launch operations.
10% - Authoring and/or assisting test engineers in the development of test plans and procedures.
10% - Launch support equipment maintenance and upkeep.
(Note: Estimated travel time per year is approximately 15%.)
Requires an Associate's technical degree.
Must have a current (active within 2 years) U.S. Security Clearance at the secret level with COMSEC (U.S. Citizenship required). Must also be able to satisfy federal government requirements for access to government information, and having dual citizenship may preclude you from being able to meet this requirement.
Required flight duty. Must be able to obtain an FAA Class III (or higher) medical certificate (this is a condition of employment). Must be able to meet USAF Aerospace Physiological standards, satisfactorily complete the associated training, and willing to perform launch duties aboard USAF aircraft.
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Work Environment and Physical Requirements:
The work environment may require a combination of indoor and outdoor activity (hot, cold, wet, humid conditions). There may be a varied amount of walking, standing, sitting, climbing (i.e. ladders, stair, scaffolding, ramps), balance (maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces), bending, reaching, handling/fingering (seizing, holding, grasping, turning picking, pinching), stooping, kneeling, crouching and ability to lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 pounds.
Work may require the ability to operate material handling equipment (forklift, crane, hoist, man lift, etc.) in a safe manner. While performing the duties of this job, employees may work around variable noise levels or with fume or airborne particles, hazardous chemicals, etc. requiring the use of personal protective equipment such as face protection (safety glasses, goggles, face shield), foot protection (i.e. steel toed shoes, rubber boots, etc.), gloves, hard hat, shop coat and hearing protection.
Work requires the ability to change into or out of personal protective equipment when entering or exiting manufacturing, laboratory, or other areas. Some employees may be required to drive between various locations within the Company facility or between locations. Work duties may also be required to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer and/or the ability to travel by air or auto. Ability to distinguish colors may also be necessary. This position expected at times to work varying shifts and hours to ensure successful operation of activities in the organization.