SR. TECHNICIAN - TECHNICIAN - TVAC Operator

Who We Are The Space Instrumentation Group is composed of mechanical engineers and technicians within the Space Science and Engineering Division at SwRI. The Space Instrumentation Group is responsible for the development of spacecraft instrumentation, avionics and electronics for both government and industry. By joining our team, you will receive an additional $500 in your first paycheck, minus taxes.

Role Objectives of this Role:

• Operate thermal vacuum chambers (TVAC) on any shift as required by the project.
• Maintain and upgrade measurement and test instrumentation, facility equipment, vacuum systems, and clean rooms.
• Assist with parts cleaning and other part processing.
• Repair/replace the current equipment, as needed.

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:

• Maintain lab equipment and cleanrooms.
• Operate DS8 and Big Blue TVAC chambers.
• Read, interpret instrumentation signals.
• Work side by side with other technicians, mechanical and electrical engineers, and scientists to design, fabricate, assemble and test spacecraft components and space sensors.
• Assemble, integrate, and test spacecraft structures, electro-mechanical devices, mechanisms, and electronics boards.

Requirements:

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Shift work required.
• 2+ years: Related experience including working with electrical and/or electronics and vacuum systems.
• Hands-on experience with mechanical systems, mechanisms, electronics, electro-mechanical systems, test instrumentation, measurement instrumentation, vacuum systems, microscopy, and/or clean rooms.
• A valid/clear driver's license is required.

Requirements Special Requirements: Must be a U.S. person (i.e., U.S. citizen, non-U.S. citizen national, lawful permanent resident, asylee, or refugee) due to ITAR work in section.

Job Locations: San Antonio, Texas For more information about this division, visit the Space Science home page.

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