Manufacturing Technician 2
*This is a 6-month contract position – Onsite
*WORK SHIFT: 1st Shift (9/80A)
Description:
We have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people’s lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation’s history – from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage, and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future and have fun along the way.
- Seeking a Manufacturing Technician 2 to support our position at our Beltsville, MD facility.
- Provide technician support for the manufacturing of integrated products in our loop heat pipe area. Candidates will need to be mechanically skilled.
- Communicate well and have the ability and drive to learn quickly.
- Craftsmanship role, and candidates must be conscientious and take pride in their work while demonstrating a strong work ethic and attention to detail.
Responsibilities:
- Performs functions associated with all manufacturing operations, including working with engineers in set-up and calibration tasks.
- Performing rework and quality testing related to the production of parts, components, subassemblies and final assemblies.
- Uses sophisticated programs to collect and evaluate operating data to conduct online adjustments to products, instruments, or equipment.
- Determines and may assist in developing methods and procedures to control or modify the manufacturing process.
- Works with engineers in conducting experiments.
Basic Qualifications:
- HS diploma or equivalent (education will be verified)
- Minimum 2+ years’ experience required.
- Strong mechanical aptitude to include the ability to read and interpret drawings
- Attention to detail with a focus on quality workmanship
- Familiar with hand tools and good math/geometry skills
- Candidate must be able to read and follow written manufacturing instructions and technical procedures
- Operate equipment such as hand tools and power machinery for processing metals, composites, and wood
- Must work closely with lead technicians and supervisor to meet build requirements and schedules within allotted budgets
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- Demonstrates a high level of concern for the safety of self and others
- Willing to work flexible schedules as needed to meet delivery dates
Preferred Qualifications:
- Computer skills, including MS Word and Excel, are a plus
- Previous fabrication experience in an aerospace manufacturing environment
- Experience preparing/mixing epoxy and silicone adhesives for mechanical and thermal component installation
- Experience in handling hazardous materials in accordance with OSHA and industry standards
Education/Experience:
- HS diploma or equivalent (education will be verified)
- Minimum 2+ years’ experience required.
Attention Applicants: Please be advised that proper email communication will only be sent from email addresses ending in @astyra.com. Please ensure you are communicating with approved Astyra recruiters by checking this point when receiving offers and messages from us. It is important to communicate within our guidelines and proper channels to expedite possible interview considerations.
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