Energetics Technician II - 2nd Shift

Energetics Technician II - 2nd Shift

Voyager is an innovative defense, national security and space technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space.

The Energetics Technician II - 2nd shift for Voyager Technologies is responsible for supporting energetic production efforts. The Energetics Technician II - 2nd shift is a skilled, hands-on role responsible for setting up, operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining production equipment while ensuring product quality and adherence to safety procedures. This role provides technical support to energetics technician I, operators, and works closely with maintenance, engineering, and quality teams.

The position reports to the Energetics Manufacturing Supervisor and is part of the Manufacturing and Operations team based in Penrose, CO/Pueblo, CO. This role is onsite based in Penrose, CO and Pueblo, CO.

In this role, the essential functions are:

• This job requires working with explosives. Teamwork is especially important in all aspects of the job as we strive for safety.
• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot specialized mixing, molding, extrusion, or curing equipment for propellant and explosive formulations.
• Lead assembly of rocket propulsion subsystems, integrating mechanical, electrical, and energetic components.
• Train personnel in operating procedures, safety protocols, and technical tasks.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and material requirements to ensure accurate builds.
• Conduct in-process inspections and assist with root cause analysis for nonconformances in accordance with ISO 9001 and internal quality procedures.
• Train and guide Technician I and Energetics Operator employees in procedural compliance and best practices.
• Support engineering project preparation and execution, including safe loading, wiring, and monitoring of energetic test articles.
• Troubleshoot minor process issues and perform adjustments according to established tolerances. Interface with engineering and facilities
• Maintain production documentation, batch records, and quality assurance paperwork per company and regulatory standards.

Basic Qualifications:

• Must be able and willing to work 2nd shift hours (10:30am - 9:00 PM MDT, Monday - Thursday)
• Understanding of explosive safety and energetic material handling.
• Skill in measuring equipment, precision assembly, and process control.
• Proficiency in reading blueprints, schematics, and technical instructions.
• Strong documentation discipline to support traceability and audit readiness.
• Ability to operate under minimum supervision with sound judgment in safety-sensitive environments.
• Effective communication and teamwork across engineering, quality, and operations functions.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement;
• Problem-solving and root-cause analysis abilities; comfortable making decisions under time pressure.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or technical training preferred.
• 3–5 years of manufacturing experience, ideally within energetics, aerospace, or defense sectors.
• Demonstrated proficiency with energetic materials processing or rocket motor assembly.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain State and Federal explosives licenses, including:
• Be 21 years of age or older.
• Pass pre-employment drug test.
• Pass State and Federal background checks.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Forklift, hoist, or pressure-vessel operation experience (as applicable).
• Experience with automated manufacturing systems
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles, 5S, and six sigma methodologies.
• Ability to be a self-starter and solve complex problems from first principles with minimal supervision, both independently and as a member of a team.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations and recommend advancement, corrective action, or additional training as needed

Supervisory Responsibility:

• Direct daily activities of Operators and Technicians in assigned work areas.
• Provide input to performance evaluations as requested by Site Manager.

Physical and/or Government Mandated Requirements:

• Ability to lift, move or carry items or equipment up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl for extended periods in an outdoor industrial environment
• Ability to work in a high-hazard explosive manufacturing environment with exposure to heat, cold, noise, dust, and explosives
• Ability to wear required PPE, including flame-resistant clothing and other safety equipment, and comply with site-specific requirements such as end-of-day showering
• Ability to obtain and maintain State and Federal explosives licenses
• Candidates must meet all eligibility requirements to obtain and maintain applicable state and federal explosives licenses, including minimum age requirements (21 and…