Mechanical Technician II

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Genesis Non-Union Personnel Regular Full Time Manual Labor Corp-Lanham, MD, Lanham, MD, US

2 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $33.00 To $40.00 Hourly

About Genesis Engineering Solutions

Genesis Engineering Solutions (GES) is a leading provider of innovative engineering, manufacturing, integration, and test services supporting advanced aerospace and defense programs. Our team supports the development and deployment of mission-critical flight hardware, delivering high-quality solutions that meet rigorous customer and industry requirements.

At Genesis, employees work alongside experienced engineers, technicians, and program leaders on hardware destined for demanding operational environments. We are committed to technical excellence, continuous improvement, and providing our customers with reliable solutions that support mission success.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated Mechanical Technician II to support the assembly, integration, testing, and installation of aerospace flight hardware and mechanical systems.

The ideal candidate possesses direct flight integration experience and demonstrates exceptional attention to detail, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to maintain sustained focus while performing repetitive precision tasks. The successful candidate will support hardware builds from initial assembly through final integration and test activities while ensuring compliance with engineering requirements, quality standards, and customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical assembly, integration, inspection, and rework of flight hardware and aerospace systems.
• Execute manufacturing and integration operations using engineering drawings, work instructions, travelers, procedures, and bills of material.
• Support spacecraft, payload, and flight hardware integration campaigns.
• Install mechanical hardware, brackets, fasteners, harness restraints, and related aerospace components.
• Verify hardware configuration and ensure compliance with engineering documentation.
• Perform dimensional inspections and quality verification activities.
• Support environmental testing, fit checks, vibration preparation, and hardware installation activities.
• Maintain accurate build documentation and manufacturing records.
• Utilize ESD control and contamination prevention practices when handling flight hardware.
• Identify, document, and help resolve hardware discrepancies and nonconformances.
• Work closely with engineering and quality teams to support troubleshooting efforts.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused work environment.

Qualifications

• Education:
  
  High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Experience:
  
  3+ years of experience supporting aerospace, defense, advanced manufacturing, or flight hardware programs.
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, assembly instructions, and technical documentation.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain focus and concentration during repetitive and precision-oriented work.
• Experience working in a structured quality-controlled manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform hands-on mechanical work for extended periods.
• Eligibility:
  Must be a U.S. Citizen (due to government contract requirements)

Desired Certifications and Training

• ESD Certification
• J-STD Soldering Certification
• Epoxy Mixing Training
• Epoxy Application Training
• Crimping Certification (J-STD preferred)
• Cleanroom Operations Training

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibility.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described below are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Regularly perform tasks requiring fine motor skills and manual dexterity while handling small hardware, tools, fasteners, and precision mechanical components.
• Frequently sit, stand, bend, reach, kneel, crouch, and work in confined or restricted-access areas.
• Ability to remain focused and maintain attention to detail while performing repetitive precision-oriented tasks for extended periods.
• Frequently utilize hand tools, power tools, measuring devices, microscopes, and other manufacturing and integration…