Facilities Technician

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Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

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Harris is seeking a skilled Facilities Technician to support the Spaceport Systems Integration (SSI) team at Vandenberg Space Force Base. This role supports operation and maintenance of the Integrated Processing Facility (IPF), an ISO Class 7 cleanroom used to process space hardware for launch. Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, repairs, installations, and troubleshooting across mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, pneumatic, and cleanroom systems to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable facility operations.

The ideal candidate is a proactive, hands-on technician who performs well in a dynamic, mission-critical aerospace environment and is committed to minimizing downtime and supporting successful spacecraft processing.

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance, repairs, and emergency response on facility equipment, including steam and hot water boilers, dehumidifiers, chillers, pumps, compressed air and pneumatic systems, electrical panels, wiring, circuits, lighting, and mechanical assemblies.
• Conduct inspections of buildings, equipment, and systems to identify potential issues before they affect operations.
• Calibrate, maintain, and repair cleanroom-related equipment, including HVAC units, HEPA filters, dehumidifiers, air handlers, desiccant dryers, pneumatic actuators, moisture and particulate filtration systems, and digital control systems.
• Support contamination control and cleanroom operations through routine cleaning, monitoring environmental conditions such as temperature, humidity, and particulate levels, conducting inspections and audits, enforcing gowning procedures, and ensuring compliance with ISO standards and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with the installation, modification, upgrade, and qualification of new systems and equipment, including electrical installations and system integrations.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation, including equipment logs, work orders, purchase requisitions, and inventory of tools, spare parts, and supplies.
• Operate and maintain equipment such as forklifts, cranes, manlifts, and power tools, including drills, saws, and grinders.
• Respond promptly to emergency maintenance requests and participate in on-call rotations and extended-hour support to ensure 24/7 facility readiness.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and other departments to meet customer requirements, resolve issues during payload processing, and provide technical updates as a customer interface.
• Foster a collaborative team environment by demonstrating respect, sharing knowledge, contributing to effective work practices, and providing hands‑on training in cleanroom procedures, system operations, and safety protocols.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, building codes, OSHA requirements, and…