Engineering Technician III

Sierra Space Careers: Dare to Dream

About the Role

Are you looking for a challenging opportunity that leverages your advanced technical expertise? Come join our team! As an Engineering Technician III, you will be using your skills and expertise to perform a variety of duties in the electronic, mechanical, electromechanical, and/or optical areas. You'll be responsible for constructing, troubleshooting, calibrating, testing, and maintaining our equipment, components, devices, or systems. You'll ensure our systems and components meet established specifications.

About You 
 
Our mission is driven by the unwavering passion to push the boundaries of what is possible. We seek those who Dare to Dream — to envision the extraordinary and pursue it relentlessly – to join us on this transformational journey.  

 

We’re looking for dreamers who align with our values, vision, and audacious goals – while also meeting the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement. 

The ideal candidate is an excellent communicator, problem solver, and possess sound interpersonal and decision-making skills. Computer proficiency is mandatory with experience in Microsoft Office suite.

Primary Responsibilities Include:

• Understands, plans and executes testing and troubleshooting activities in accordance with Sierra Space policies, procedures, work instructions and specific customer requirements
• Completes parts lists, checks drawings, generates and processes engineering/document change requests, notices, and/or orders and other general engineer tasking with direction from Engineers
• Responsible for low level design activities including cable design, ICD generation, and non-complex circuit layout/brass boarding
• Utilizes standard laboratory test equipment including: oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, voltmeters and other measurement equipment to perform engineering support functions
• Troubleshoots equipment using standard documentation packages including assembly drawings and schematics
• Works with various levels of the system (from the board and component level, to the LRU, to the system level) to identify and resolve performance problems

Additional Responsibilities Include:

• Punctual to work each day and prepared to work scheduled hours
• Other duties as assigned
• Responsible for thoughtful adherence to all Sierra Space Policies, Procedures, and Compliance regulations (internal and external)

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in a related field of study and at least 4 years of relevant experience
• A higher-level degree may substitute for experience
• Related experience may be considered in lieu of required education
• Ability to read and understand mechanical and electrical drawings, diagrams, schematics and manuals
• Ability to work with standard laboratory test equipment, other measurement equipment, hand tools, and power tools
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required

Preferred Qualifications:

• IPC certificate (with Space Addendum - Sierra Space Only)
• Familiarity with FCC and FCC GROL
• Basic skills with avionics installation tooling, wiring, wiring repair, and wiring installation
• Understanding of soldering techniques
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with 3-D CAD software
• Direct experience in a Space Flight Solar Power Systems work environment
• Associate in electrical engineering technology or BS/BE a plus preferably from ABET accredited institution.  　
• Knowledge of interface and design documentation such as Functional block diagrams PCB design, layout, and fabrication documentation skills.　
• Certified knowledgeable of IPC 620 Harness/Crimp Certificate (with Space Addendum), IPC J STD Soldering Certificate (with Space Addendum), and NASA-STD- 8739.1 Conformal Coating Certificate
• Ability to perform system integration, checkout, and commissioning of power systems with minimal oversight　
• Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, NASA, the US Department of Defense or US Military

Physical/Mental/Emotional Requirements:

• Frequently walk, sit, stand, climb stairs and steps
• Frequently repeat same hand, arm, and finger motion many times to include finger and hand dexterity
• Frequently requires vision abilities to include close, distance, depth perception, and telling the difference between colors
• Frequently requires hearing abilities to include discerning different tones and volumes
• Frequently lifting or carrying up to 50 lbs.

Working Conditions:

• Occasionally exposed to outdoor elements (high/low temperatures, sun, rain/snow, etc.)
• Occasionally exposed to fumes or hazardous chemicals/materials
• Occasionally exposed to loud noises
• Safety Sensitive Position:
• Responsible for the safety and security of people or property
• Inspects, handles, or transports explosives, dangerous or hazardous materials
• Inspects structures, equipment or vehicles
• Performs Aviation related duties
• Operate or supervise vehicles, heavy or dangerous equipment or machinery

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance.  The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

Estimated Starting Salary Range:

$32.25 - $44.35

At Sierra Space we are at the very doorstep of unlocking the future and the work in front of us is hard, but it is truly important and meaningful. Achieving our mission requires dedication, relentless pursuit of a dream and an unwavering passion for pushing the boundaries to accomplish what others might believe to be impossible. We seek those who too, Dare to Dream and will join us in a pursuit to achieve the extraordinary.

Application Deadline: This role will remain posted until a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Please note: Sierra Space does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to Sierra Space team members not through our approved vendor list or Talent Acquisition will be considered property of Sierra Space, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.

Sierra Space Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need special assistance or a reasonable accommodation related to applying for employment with Sierra Space or at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us.