Launch Technician, EGSE

Responsibilities

• Performs work according to policy, procedures and specifications
• Constructs launch SCADA systems from specific instrumentation and communication devices
• Installs, calibrates, troubleshoots, maintains, and repairs major electronic systems and peripheral devices per manufacturer's specification
• Reads complex schematics, wiring diagrams and shop drawings for the purpose of installation, troubleshooting and repairing of components
• Troubleshoots, installs, and calibrates various instruments, including ultrasonic level transmitters, flow meters, pressure transducers, thermocouples, resistance temperature devices, differential pressure transducers, strain gauges, accelerometers and microphones
• Utilizes a wide range of test equipment, including recorders, computers, PC based software analyzer programs, oscilloscopes, data analyzers, analog and digital multi-meters, and other test equipment, while performing tests to identify problems and to maintain and calibrate equipment to performance standards
• Connects, disconnects, and tags out equipment and circuits for test or repair and safety of personnel and equipment
• Pulls and terminates cables using various wire stripping, crimping tools and connector types
• Performs installations in compliance with OSHA, NEC and IEEE
• Performs soldering on electronic components
• Performs basic mechanical repairs as required
• Maintains and repairs complete systems and repair/replace subcomponents as required
• Performs launch site checkouts for test and launch operations and supports launch day red team

• High School Diploma or GED
• 0-3 years of aerospace or industrial process, instrumentation and controls experience
• Ability to correctly interpret complex detailed electrical, electronic drawings and prints
• Skilled in the use of personal computers and numerous software applications such as Excel, Word, MS Outlook, PowerPoint, Access, etc.
• AIAA or DoD Electronic Principles certifications (preferred)
• Associate degree in instrumentation, control technology, electrical systems, or related field (preferred)
• 5+ years of aerospace or industrial process, instrumentation and controls experience (preferred)
• Prior experience with Fiber Optics, supervisory control and data acquisition systems, and licensed and unlicensed radio systems (preferred)
• Working knowledge of multiple bus architectures (preferred)
• Electrical experience in VFD/Motor starter remote startups and configuration via analog and relay logic, ability to conduct motor insulation tests using a Megger/Ohmmeter (preferred)

Demonstrates expertise in installing, calibrating, troubleshooting, and maintaining electronic systems and instrumentation, with a strong ability to interpret complex electrical drawings and schematics. Proficient in utilizing various test equipment and adhering to safety standards in compliance with OSHA, NEC and IEEE.