Fabrication and Mockup Technician (ET6

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This position will provide manufacturing and mockup support to the Systems Analysis and Human Systems Integration Branch (EV73), the Mockup and Fabrication team, and the Human Systems Integration and Engineering (HSI&E) team in support of the Space Launch System (SLS) Program, the Human Lander System (HLS) Program, and Deep Space Habitation Systems Development. The successful candidate will coordinate and interface with multiple engineering disciplines, system elements, and customers, as well as participate in reviews, meetings, working groups, task teams, and systems/tasks supportability processes and assessments

Specific support to be provided includes the following:

• Assist in the design and construction of engineering mockup and prototype hardware using various materials.
  • Meet with customers and review the requirements for the mockup.
  • Determine the fidelity of the mockup based upon the customer’s needs and requirements.
  • Convert design drawings (CAD files) into construction/fabrication drawings.
  • Procure the necessary materials and components for the mockup.
  • Facilitate the manufacturing and assembly of the mockup.
  • Routine status and communication activities.
  • Ensuring proper documentation practices.
• Participate in systems/task supportability assessments.
• Manage mockup and prototyping design and build tasks

Educational requirement is a High School diploma or GED or equivalent and at least 15 years of experience and continuing education, or an Associate's Degree or equivalent and at least 10 years of experience. Must be a US Citizen and have a STAR .

The candidate is required to have a combination of skills and experience including:

• Experience reading, interpreting, and understanding hardware engineering drawings.
• Experience with CAD packages such as Creo or NX.
• Knowledge of design and construction techniques and standards.
• Experience with design for manufacturing techniques
• Experience in woodworking and basic hand tool proficiency.
• Ability to break problems or issues into manageable pieces to facilitate resolution of technical concerns.
• Critical thinking, effective communication skills, and good problem-solving skills.
• Excellent technical writing and presentation skills
• Intermediate skills using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).

• Ability to integrate various materials with consideration given the fidelity requirements, budget, and customer needs.
• Basic ability to work with CAD with ability to grow that skill for design of mockup parts.

• CNC programming or ability to learn
• Experience with CNC fabrication, milling, and machine shop operations.

• Experience with CAD software such as CREO, Solid Edge, or Solid Works.
• Experience with different types of construction techniques using:
• 3D Printing
• General Machine Shop
• General Woodworking Shop
• Sheet metal work
• Aerospace, military, or commercial hardware experience.
• An…