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Engine Assembly Technician III (C Shift)
Job Description
Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract Engine Assembly Technician III opportunity with our client in Huntsville, AL.
Job Responsibilities:
- Precision assembly of rocket engine components: combustion devices, valves, turbomachinery, avionics, test
- Root cause and diagnostic component disassembly, repair, and work
- Hydraulic testing for valve actuation
- Nitrogen and Helium leak testing
- Preparation for environmental testing
- Hydro proof structural testing of components
- Detailed component inspection to tolerances of 0.0001in
- Creating and maintaining strict cleanliness requirements (liquid/gaseous oxygen compatibility
- Support the design, procurement, installation, and integration of custom manufacturing and test equipment
- Help maintain inventory of tooling and equipment
- Safely work with hazardous systems, chemicals, and high-pressure operations
- Define how to prepare hardware for test, qualification, and flight
- Identify, develop, and deploy new manufacturing methods (or refine existing) to improve quality, reduce cost, and optimize build schedule
- Support DFMA and PFMEA studies to strengthen the feedback loop between design, build and test
- Support the development of manufacturing work instructions to clearly define the following manufacturing processes: receiving inspection, fabrication, assembly, test, and integration, and refurbishment
- Identify non-conformances and escapes, support and deploy corrective actions
Job Qualifications:
- 4 to 6 years of direct valve, turbomachinery, or engine assembly experience
- Mastery of precision and tight tolerance assembly
- Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings
- Extensive experience reading and understanding specific and detailed work instructions
- Proven experience and successful track record developing new processes
- Strong written, personal, technical, and software skills (CAD, Scheduling, Issue Tracking, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc)
- Ability to communicate clearly and appropriately at all levels of the organization
- Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
- Physical Requirements:
- Climb ladders and stairs
- Lift and carry 50 lbs. for limited durations
- Work schedule may vary and depend on hardware and testing
- Remain flexible by working overtime and weekends (when necessary)
Job Details:
- Job Type: Contract
- Location: Huntsville, AL
- Pay Rate: $46.28 - 51.28/hr.
- ITAR obligations are associated with this role, U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a) (1), (3) is required.
Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.
About Protingent: Protingent is a niche provider of top Engineering and IT talent to product development companies nationwide. Protingent exists to make a positive impact and contribution to the lives of others as well as our community by providing relevant, rewarding, and exciting work opportunities for our candidates.
Meet Your Recruiter
Kelsey Servin
I have been in the staffing industry since 2006. I started in HR and held roles as a recruiter, account manager, director of major accounts, and VP of recruiting and sales before settling into my passion for technical recruiting. My various roles and experiences allow me to understand the ins and outs of the industry. My recruiting style is collaborative, and I work closely with candidates to understand what exactly they are looking for in a role to align them with as many opportunities as possible. I am responsive, easy to work with, and transparent, so candidates always know where they are in the process. I can help you achieve whatever YOU want out of your next opportunity, whether it is career, cultural, or financial growth. I would love to be the one to find your next position, but at the end of the day, it is most important that you end up in the best fit for you and your family. I am a talent sleuth at heart and love the thrill of helping a candidate find their dream job or helping a manager find the perfect person for their team. I am super positive, very knowledgeable about the industry, and a huge foodie! Reach out to me for all the above!