Components Manufacturing Technician II

About the role

Firefly Aerospace is a space and defense technology company dedicated to reliably and repeatedly launching, landing, and operating space systems from Earth to the Moon and beyond. As the partner of choice for critical space missions, Firefly is the first commercial company to launch a satellite to orbit with 24-hour notice and the first company to achieve a successful Moon landing. Based in north Austin, Texas, Firefly is seeking passionate, hardworking innovators to join its team and contribute to its successful journey into space.

Additional Responsibilities

• Test, functional verification, and troubleshooting of hydraulic and pneumatically actuated cryogenic valves, systems and components
• Assist engineers in reviewing and developing design concepts, tooling, test hardware and providing feedback for improvements
• Hydrostatically and pneumatically proof components
• Follow, review, improve and provide feedback on work instructions for complex mechanical systems and installations
• Precision assembly of rocket engine components: combustion devices, valves, turbomachinery, and other sub-assemblies
• Safely work with hazardous systems, chemicals, and high-pressure operations
• Root cause and diagnostic component disassembly, repair, and work
• Clean and passivate hardware using means such as solvent/chemical, mechanical, ultrasonic, and precision cleaning methods
• Perform shop level maintenance and calibration of equipment such as pumps, tanks, filtration systems, scales, etc.

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years experience (or equivalent) in aerospace, aircraft, R&D or related industrial fields
• Electronics / Avionics experience or familiarity with avionics systems used in aerospace applications (e.g., wiring, troubleshooting, or integration of avionics components and systems)
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical manuals
• A Demonstrated high-level problem-solving skills working in a team environment
• Physically able to climb ladders and stairs
• Lift and carry 50 lbs. for limited durations

Schedule

Schedule varies depending on needs, flexibility required

Desired

• Familiarity with tube fabrication (bend, flare, fittings, etc.) and pressurized system safety
• Working knowledge of a variety of tube/fluid applications including GN2, GHe, hydraulics and cryogenics
• Knowledge of various fittings such as National Pipe Thread (NPT) and AN fittings
• Experience cleaning systems to aerospace or medical standards
• Prior valve, actuator, and pump build experience
• Airframe and Powerplant License (A&P)

Benefits

Firefly offers outstanding benefits for its employees, including generous health, dental and vision plans with low plan deductibles, parental leave, educational reimbursement, short term disability, and flexible PTO options.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Firefly Aerospace, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Firefly is governed based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.