Technician/Mechanic I - Commercial Space Systems

Elevate your career at Marotta Controls, a New Jersey Top Workplace four years running! Dedicated to innovation, quality and excellence, we deliver cutting edge control systems for the Aerospace & Defense industry. At Marotta, we value bold thinking and teamwork, and we empower our employees to push boundaries while delivering top-tier solutions to our customers. Our team fosters a fun, collaborative culture where creativity and technical excellence thrive! Your next big opportunity starts here. Be part of a company where your work supports a mission that makes a difference—apply today! Technician/Mechanic I (Commercial Space Systems) Position Profile As a Technician on our space production team, you will assist in the assembly, calibration, and testing of solenoid valves used on rockets. Our valves play a key role in mission critical functions such as first-stage attitude control thrust generation, pneumatic stage separation, fuel pressurization, and engine ignition. At our state-of-the-art heated and air-conditioned manufacturing facility in Montville, NJ, you’ll work with our cross-functional production and engineering team to achieve quality and on-time delivery goals. By completing our Space Technician Training Program, you’ll be well positioned to succeed in your new role and get on a defined path for continued growth in the operations organization. Responsibilities Your overall responsibility will be to ensure that the products you build perform their intended functions reliably. You must be able to complete work as directed, in compliance with internal processes. Specific responsibilities include: Product AssemblySet up and operate assembly tools (e.g., standard hand tools, micrometers, calipers)Assemble products per written procedures and/or schematicsPerform visual inspectionsProduct TestSet up and operate test equipment (e.g., multimeters, pressure gauges and transducers, flow meters)Operate high pressure nitrogen and helium test equipmentConduct functional testing of valve products and record resultsTroubleshoot and rework productsIssue ResolutionManage or escalate issues impacting assembly and test, communicating with other technicians and team lead as necessaryIdentify and document non-conformancesParticipate in corrective action resolutionTool and Equipment MaintenanceMaintain all hand tools in clean working conditionNotify supervisor of any equipment that requires repairAssist with testing equipment maintenance and/or repair Minimum Qualifications Effective verbal and written communication and interpersonal skillsDemonstrated mechanical aptitudeMeticulous attention to detailAbility to work in a fast-paced environment and follow proceduresComputer literate, with basic PC skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office1+ years aerospace/mechanical/automotive experience is beneficial but not requiredHigh school diploma or equivalent, technical/trade school preferredCompensation based on experience.Must be a US Citizen Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to conditions typical of a manufacturing/machine shop environment, including, but not limited to: fluids, fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, noise and vibrationThis position entails constant exposure to abrasive chemicalsThis job interacts both in a professional office environment and a manufacturing/machine shop environment. This role uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines, as well as environments inclusive of the appropriate eye, hearing and foot protection (as required).Temperature of work environment may be affected by outside/external temperatures, machining processes, etc.Some travel may be required for this position (5-10%) Physical Requirements While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms, and to use hands to finger, handle or feel.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.The employee is regularly required to stand at length, sit, walk, stoop, bend, turn, balance, and/or crouch, and move about the facility.The employee may be required to lift, push, pull and/or move items weighing up to 45 pounds Attractive Work Schedule: 4-Day Work Week – Monday-Thursday (6:00AM-4:30PM), OT available This position is at our Montville, NJ corporate offices location. Pay Range: $23.75 - $28.00/hour Many of our contracts require proof that you are a U.S. citizen and/or that an export license has been obtained for employees who are citizens of certain countries. Your employment, both initially and continually thereafter, is conditioned on production of such proof of citizenship and/or any export license that may be required to comply with any and all applicable laws, regulations, or executive orders, or required by Federal, State, or local government contracts. At Marotta Controls, we are committed to a fair, performance-driven compensation approach that promotes consistency across all levels of our organization. We ensure that pay decisions are free from bias, based on objective criteria, and are regularly reviewed. Your level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, experience, and internal consistency. Additionally, we offer a highly competitive compensation package for this opportunity, including incentive compensation and a comprehensive suite of premium benefits. These include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, tuition assistance, paid vacation, sick and personal days, paid holidays, and flexible scheduling options such as compressed workweeks. We value and reward employee achievements and host multiple engagement events each quarter to foster a strong, supportive workplace culture. If you are looking to grow or accelerate your career and be part of a best in class organization while enjoying a work-life balance, please visit our website at www.marotta.com to learn more about us and to apply. Check out all of our openings at https://marotta.com/job-openings/ VETERANS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY No agencies, please.