Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!     

We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA’s pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States. 

We have an exciting opportunity for an Instrument/Electrical Technician II join our team with the Department.

This is a JETS II CBA position with Amentum.    

The Instrument/Electrical Technician II will:

• Plan, Layout, and install electrical and instrumentation wires to facility equipment per engineering work orders and schematics.
• Perform electrical and instrumentation buildup and installations in compliance with National Electric Code and NASA standard guidelines.
• Plan, Layout, assemble and install cable tray or conduit to facility equipment per engineering work orders.
• Perform buildup of power distribution or data and control system panels per engineering work orders and schematics.
• Perform buildup of cable assemblies from engineering work orders and electrical schematics.
• Use basic machine shop tools such as drill presses, band saws, sheet metal brakes, belt sanders, or shears to support facility or test stand buildups.
• Disassemble and reassemble motors, generators, switchgear, transfer switches and other similar equipment during buildup or troubleshooting activities.
• Demonstrate competent use of basic electrical measurement devices (voltage, current, etc.) given an engineering work order and schematics.
• Trace out existing system wiring to verify or update facility drawings.
• Troubleshoot electrical and instrumentation systems using schematics and manufacturer’s documentation.
• Perform elevated work from ladders, scaffolding, raised platforms, man-lifts or other similar raised locations.
• Perform work in confined spaces as required.
• Support test duty stations as required.
• Perform other related tasks as required.

Required Skills:

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• General computer and typing skills.
• General knowledge of the National Electrical Code.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in the field or related area.

Preferences:

• Formal National Electrical Code Training.
• Electrical Trade School Training.
• Electrical State License.

Why Join Our Team?

Click on the below links to view just a small sample of all that we do! Come join our team and be part of our future. We look forward to seeing you!

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In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have:

• Excellent personal and professional career growth
• 9/80 work schedule, if applicable
• Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)
• Much, much more!

For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit www.wehavespaceforyou.com

Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Physical Requirements: 

Requires Constant:

• Reaching for, handling, and manipulating objects and materials in all directions.
• Coordinating eyes, hands, and fingers to operate tools and equipment.
• Standing.
• Seeing and hearing with or without correction.

Requires Frequent:

Climbing and maintaining ladders, scaffolds, structures, etc. above and below ground level.

Requires Occasional:

• Lifting to 25 pounds from ground level, waist level and overhead.
• Carrying up to 25 pounds for 5 yards.
• Bending, kneeling, crouching/squatting, and crawling from 1 to 30 minutes at a time.

Requires the ability to:

• Following set procedures and standards.
• Applying basic mathematical skills.
• Planning work and selecting proper tools.
• Comparing and understanding differences in the size, shape, and form of lines, figures and objects.
• Picturing and evaluating solid objects from drawings or diagrams using standards that can be measured or checked.
• Following oral and written directions, plans and blueprints.
• Ability to recognize and report safety hazards.

Work Environment:

Lab/industrial environment. Clean room/chamber environment. Office environment. Work may be performed at low and/or high elevations, work performed in confined areas.  Exposure to various noise levels caused by power tools, machinery, equipment, etc. Other JSC test facility.

Equipment and Machines:

Operate push carts for transporting hardware.  Use hand/power tools and test instruments for troubleshooting electrical systems and performing repairs.  Operate computer workstations and peripheral equipment in support of administrative requirements.

Attendance: 

Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical.  Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

Other Essential Functions:

Must be able to work in a team atmosphere.  Must put forward a professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation.  Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.  Must be able to effectively interface with facility test team members.

Compensation Details:

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed,  marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.