Manufacturing Technician 1

Work location: Onsite in Goleta, California

Work schedule: 9x80 ADuration: 12 months

Work authorization: US Citizen

Position summary: The Manufacturing Technician performs functions associated with all manufacturing operations, including working with engineers in set-up and calibration tasks, as well as performing rework and quality testing related to the production of parts, components, subassemblies, and final assemblies. They use sophisticated programs to collect and evaluate operating data to conduct on-line adjustments to products, instruments, or equipment. They determine and may assist in developing methods and procedures to control or modify the manufacturing process. Works with engineers in conducting experiments.

Work environment: You will be working within an area that is a leading designer, producer, and supplier of spacecraft components that power and enable satellites of all classes. Products include spacecraft panels, bus structures, precision optical structures, deployable structural systems and mechanisms, solar arrays, and antenna reflectors. Their products are on virtually every U.S. satellite built in the last 20 years.

Primary responsibilities: Performs a variety of duties relating to the fabrication or assembly of mechanical components for larger assemblies. Sets up and tests complete prototype units and subassemblies under operational conditions. Analyzes data and recommends modifications to components or test procedure to meet desired specifications. May assist mechanical engineers in the development of mechanical and electromechanical engineering designs, tests, fabrications of assemblies and components. Performs functions associated with all manufacturing operations, including working with engineers in set-up and calibration tasks, as well as performing rework and quality testing related to the production of parts, components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies. Uses sophisticated programs to collect and evaluate operating data to conduct on-line adjustments to products, instruments, or equipment. Determines and assists in developing methods and procedures to control or modify the manufacturing process. Handling and managing fragile composite materials. Notate usage, traceability, pot life, and out time controls on all adhesive materials used. Report data and interface with other employees and departments. Reading and understanding manufacturing/ engineering drawings and shop planning. Assist in maintaining overall shop appearance and cleanliness.