Electro-Mech Technician III

About the role

We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. You will 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.

Responsibilities

• Performs various duties in the design, assembly, installation, testing, calibration, operation, evaluation, modification, and repair of devices used in the conversion of electrical signals to mechanical, hydraulic or pneumatic outputs and the sensors which convert mechanical, thermal and pressure measurements to electrical signals where primary methods, procedures, and standards have been determined.
• Design, assemble, install, test, calibrate, operate, evaluate, modify, and repair devices used in the conversion of electrical signals to and from mechanical, hydraulic, or pneumatic systems.
• Requires knowledge of laboratory techniques, methods, and equipment. Perform maintenance and operation of electrical, hydraulic, thermal, pneumatic, and other types of mechanical equipment in assigned laboratories or work areas, including researching, documenting, acquiring parts, repairing, and calibration electro-mechanical devices and systems.
• Determines and develops methods, procedures, and laboratory equipment required to fulfill assignments and achieve prescribed objectives. Performs all maintenance and operation functions associated with the electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic and other types of mechanical equipment in assigned laboratory or work area.
• Installs, checks out and operates equipment in assigned laboratory or work area and provides preventative maintenance including routine and special purging and cleaning when a system, equipment or device requires it.
• Operate and perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of equipment and systems. Perform periodic readings and monitoring of various facility systems from variety of sources; gauges, sensors, hand held devices, telemetry data to distributive control systems, etc. and record data in written and/or electronic format in hand-held portable and/or desktop computer systems.
• Works under the general guidance of supervision and may receive job assignments and interface with technical personnel. May be assisted by lower level technicians who have frequent contact with professional and others within the work area.
• Assemble, operate, and disassemble test equipment and properly dispose of components as defined by procedures.
• Adheres to written or standardized operating procedures, policies, and protocols for use of lab equipment and to conduct all other operation, maintenance, calibration, and safety related activities as defined for specific work area.
• Provides technical direction to other technicians.
• Develop, design, fabricate, modify, repair, and assemble unique prototype components using machining tools (e.g., lathes, mills, drill press, etc.).
• Perform assigned task in a safe manner and maintain a clean working environment by complying with all safety procedures and company policies.
• Operate standard equipment and/or instruments including hand-held power tools, meters, and oscilloscopes.
• Work in a team environment.

Requirements

• Able to read and interpret basic technical drawings and schematics of complex laboratory and facility systems.
• Basic knowledge with the process of assembling and installing mechanical and electrical components.
• Troubleshooting and problem solving capability.
• High School diploma or equivalent and 12 years of experience in related field.
• Requires proficient knowledge of laboratory techniques, methods and equipment; applies advanced technical knowledge.
• Able to operate and handle basic hand-held and/or power tools.
• Must be a non-smoker to meet Class 10 Cleanroom requirements (Science Department only).
• Able to comprehend basic technical terminology and communicate effectively with other employees and team members.
• Able to visualize and solve practical problems.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of cryogenics and high-pressure systems.
• Work experience with metals, composites, and materials such as stainless steel, aluminum, titanium, copper, and Teflon.
• Able to organize and prioritize tasks.
• Familiar with cleanroom protocols and contamination control.
• Experience with machining tools (e.g., lathe, mill, band saw, etc.).
• Knowledge and/or familiarity with Ultra-Pure Water (UPW) and reverse osmosis systems.
• Two year technical degree.

Skills

• Able to read and interpret basic technical drawings and schematics of complex laboratory and facility systems.
• Basic knowledge with the process of assembling and installing mechanical and electrical components.
• Troubleshooting and problem solving capability.
• High School diploma or equivalent and 12 years of experience in related field.
• Requires proficient knowledge of laboratory techniques, methods and equipment; applies advanced technical knowledge.
• Able to operate and handle basic hand-held and/or power tools.
• Must be a non-smoker to meet Class 10 Cleanroom requirements (Science Department only).
• Able to comprehend basic technical terminology and communicate effectively with other employees and team members.
• Able to visualize and solve practical problems.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retail retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Pay

TN3

Schedule

9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable

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.

Original Posting

07/01/2026 - Until Filled

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