Engineering Technician III

About the role

This position supports the Pressurant and Propellant Delivery Systems (PPDS) group in propulsion test activities and other pressure systems work at Marshall Space Flight Center. Occasional overtime and second or third shift support may be required for 24/7 onsite or on-call needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform multi-craft duties supporting machine operation, fabrication, mechanical maintenance, and vehicle operation.
• Complete routine technical assignments under close supervision in accordance with detailed procedures.
• Assist with planning, setup, operation, and maintenance of mechanical pressure systems and associated components.
• Support propulsion test and Propellants/Pressurants Distribution Systems operations across MSFC.
• Assist senior engineering technicians with fabrication, assembly, modification, and testing of mechanical systems and sub-systems.
• Participate in operations involving potentially hazardous systems, including cryogenics, high-pressure gases, propellants, oxidizers, and high-pressure hydraulics.
• Operate, maintain, and support mechanical equipment such as compressors, pumps, valves, actuators, instrumentation, electric motors, tubing, regulators, gauges, and related machinery.

Requirements

• High school diploma with at least five (5) years of directly related experience in maintaining and operating industrial pressure systems.
• Ability to work with an assigned team at various MSFC facilities.
• Ability to follow specific work instructions and mechanical schematics.
• Understanding of the fundamentals of mechanical systems, specifically LOX cleanliness protocols, cryogenic and pressurization system requirements.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs on occasion, sit or stand for long periods of time, use and climb ladders, and maneuver through tight spaces with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must meet eligibility for a Public Trust background investigation for government-issued credentials and IT access; must pass a security background check per Redstone Arsenal/MSFC requirements.
• Must provide two (2) forms of Federal I9 documents and a REAL ID-compliant identification to gain access to RSA and MSFC. Names must match on both forms of ID, be original (no copies/digital), and unexpired.

Preferred Qualifications

• CDL Class A with Hazmat endorsement.
• Knowledge in pressure system operations at a NASA Facility.

Schedule

First shift working a 4-10 schedule: 6:00am - 4:30pm Monday through Thursday. All team members must be available to fill in for alternate shifts when needed, including nights, weekends, holidays, overtime, and base closures.

Work Environment

Indoor and outdoor industrial settings. Physical requirements include occasional lifting up to 40 lbs, prolonged sitting or standing, ladder use, and maneuvering through tight spaces.