Instrument/Electrical Technician II

About the role

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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Requirements

• 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.

Benefits

• Excellent personal and professional career growth
• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off)
• Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)
• 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

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.

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.

Pay

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.

Schedule

9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off). 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.