Structural Assembly Technician (3322)

Varstaff is currently searching for the following:

Monday - Thursday, 05:00 AM - 03:30 PM

OT Eligible.

Responsibilities include the following

• Assembly of a variety of structural, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanically actuated component sub-assemblies for New Shepard, New Glenn, and Engine’s components.
• Specifically: precision assembly of hydraulic components. 
• Assembly of structural components to aerospace standards.
• Specifically: precision drilling, close tolerance fastener installation, Helicoil & keensert installation/removal. 
• Work with engineers to review design concepts, provide feedback for ease of assembly, and support development tests 
• Review, edit, and follow work instructions for assembly tasks 
• Plan and communicate assembly steps for complex mechanical installations 
• Safely work with hazardous systems, containing chemicals and/or high-pressure 
• Ability to work in a team environment with multiple and rapidly changing priorities 
• Excellent problem-solving skills 

Qualifications: 

• Excellent demonstrated written and verbal communication skills 
• 3-5+ years of experience in precision assembly 
• Experience drilling and preparing close tolerance holes for structural assembly and fastener installation 
• Ability to document and maintain accurate records, strict procedural compliance, as well as read drawings and prints 
• Ability to use standard tools and basic fabrication equipment 
• Experience assembling and troubleshooting aerospace, military hardware, or other related fields 
• Demonstrated ability to use standard mechanical tools, fabrication shop equipment 
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite. 
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and strengthen our culture of inclusion 
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum. 

Must be physically able to: 

• Climb ladders and stairs, and work in small, restricted areas 
• Lift and carry 25 lbs 

Desired: 

• Experience in launch vehicle or propulsion system assembly and vehicle integration 
• 5+ years’ experience in aerospace or related fields 
• A&P license or equivalent experience in launch vehicle or propulsion system assembly and integration 
• Familiarity with pressurized system safety for pneumatic and hydraulic systems
• Experience operating heavy lifting equipment such as cranes and forklifts around flight critical hardware
• Experience with 3D measurement tools and Spatial analyzer/Verisurf software
• Working knowledge of a variety of rocket propellants, including hydrogen peroxide, RP, and cryogenics
• Knowledge in the use of 3D CAD tools (CREO is preferred), and ability to read and interpret GD&T per ASME Y14.5M-1994 standard