Energetics Technician

Energetics Technician I

The Energetics Technician I for Voyager Technologies supports energetic production efforts, assembly, and testing of energetic materials and propulsion components. This position focuses on hands‑on work in controlled manufacturing environments, following strict safety and quality procedures. The role involves learning and performing routine operations under minimal supervision, supporting manufacturing operators, including handling energetic materials and precision mechanical parts and equipment.

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.

• This job requires working with explosives. Teamwork is especially important in all aspects of the job as we strive for safety.
• Assemble and process energetic components and rocket hardware per work instructions and travelers.
• Operate and maintain standard production and mixing equipment under supervision.
• Follow all safety, environmental, and explosive ordnance handling protocols.
• Record production data, inspection results, and material traceability information in accordance with ISO 9001 and internal quality procedures.
• Perform visual inspections and basic measurements using calipers, scales, and gauges to ensure part conformance.
• Maintain clean, organized, and compliant work areas, including housekeeping within classified or controlled spaces.
• Support preventive maintenance tasks and calibration checks on production equipment.
• Report irregularities, safety incidents, or nonconforming conditions promptly to supervision.

• Basic mechanical aptitude and familiarity with hand and power tools.
• Understanding of manufacturing documentation (e.g., work orders, drawings, travelers).
• Ability to follow written instructions, especially in controlled or explosive environments.
• Attention to detail and disciplined adherence to safety procedures.
• Basic computer and data entry proficiency (Word, Excel, or ERP system).
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–3 years of experience in manufacturing, chemical processing, or energetics preferred.
• Completion of DoD Explosives Safety or equivalent in‑house safety training within first 1 month.
• 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.

• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles, 5S, and six sigma methodologies.

• 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 over), a drug‑free workplace in compliance with the Drug‑Free Workplace Act of 1988 (41 U.S.C. §§ 8101–8106), Executive Order 12564 (Drug‑Free Federal Workplace), applicable Department of Defense directives including DoD Instruction 1010.09 and DFARS 252.226‑7003 and successful completion of any legally required background investigations.
• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Parts 120‑130) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730‑774), applicants for this position must be a U.S. Person: a U.S. Citizen, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. §…