Mechanical Technician

Overview

Sierra Lobo, offers customers a full range of professional and technical capabilities, including Test and Evaluation, Systems Engineering, and Advanced Technologies.  We also develop products and processes related to Cryogenic Fluid and Thermal Management Systems, Densified Propellant Management Systems, and Prototype Extreme Pressure and Temperature Systems.  Our customers include the Department of Defense (DoD), the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, U.S. Army, Missile Defense Agency (MDA), and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).

 

This position will be located at NASA’s Langley Research Center.                                                     

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will join the Facility Operations team to support the Center Maintenance, Operations, and Engineering Contract (CMOE) located at NASA’s Langley Research Center (LaRC). This position reports directly to the Facility Operations Manager.

All work will be performed with a high standard of quality and professionalism.  All safety policies and procedures must be followed.

 

Responsibilities:

 

The successful candidate will join a team to safely, effectively, and efficiently operate and maintain mechanical systems in NASA LaRC wind tunnels, liquid nitrogen generation plant, and other facilities.

• Follow established safety policies and procedures and perform work in accordance with policies and procedures while maintaining a high standard of quality and workmanship in performance of all duties.
• Working knowledge of safety practices common to industry including FOD control and LOTO is beneficial.
• Experience with operation and maintenance of rotating machinery, hydraulic and pneumatic system, pumps, valves, cooling water systems, and production, transfer, and storage of cryogenic liquids is preferred.
• Perform preventive maintenance on, inspection of, and operate equipment per documented procedures.
• Must be able to read relevant technical drawings and specifications.
• Assembles wind tunnel models for testing; installs, routes, and calibrates instrumentation.
• Operates other equipment including, but not limited to, industrial forklifts, man-lifts, and cranes.
• Must be able to climb ladders and steps, enter and work in confined spaces, lift up to a minimum of 35 lbs
• Willing to work all shifts and overtime.
• May be required to support alternate facilities as needed.

Qualifications

Two (2) years of college with courses in engineering, mathematics or science, and four (4) years relevant experience, or any equivalent combination of relevant education/experience for a total of six (6) years.

 

Essential Functions:

 

Work Environment:

Office Environment (20%). Test/Industrial Environment - May be exposed to areas of high noise levels, high energy sources, hazardous propellants, explosives, chemicals and industrial facilities (75%).  Travel between facilities and during test operations may be required and may bring exposure to loud noise and potentially hazardous equipment and chemical operations (5%).

Physical Requirements:

Office Environment (20%). Test/Industrial Environment - May be exposed to areas of high noise levels, high energy sources, hazardous propellants, explosives, chemicals and industrial facilities (75%).  Travel between facilities and during test operations may be required and may bring exposure to loud noise and potentially hazardous equipment and chemical operations (5%).

Equipment and Machines:

Standard office equipment including computer, telephone, copier, printer, and scanner. Software includes Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), SharePoint, and financial/billing systems.

Attendance:

Regular attendance mandatory (100%). Occasional overtime or work outside the normal schedule may be required to meet billing deadlines, month-end close, or audit requests. Must be available via company-provided communication devices during working hours.

 

Other Essential Functions:

 

-U.S. Citizenship required.

-Valid Real ID compliant identification – www.dhs.gov/real-id

-A valid driver’s license is required.

-Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance if required for this specific position.

-Must be able to work in a team atmosphere.

-Must put forward 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.

-The work environment requires the ability to cooperate and work with individuals at all levels of the company and the client organization.

-Must be able to balance scope, schedule, and budget to ensure program success.

-Employees will exercise diligence when developing a Safe Plan of Action (SPA) for each task performed. Your SPA is a Company provided tool to be used for the prevention of incidents, accidents, and injuries; as such, it is the most important tool that you are required to use.