Technician - Instrumentation & Controls Job Seattle area,Washington USA,Engineering

Technician - Instrumentation & Controls Design and build data acquisition systems for testing rocket components efficiently.

Location:

Seattle

Compensation: $46.68-$70.05 USD per hour

Responsibilities

Design, build and modify data and control systems; ranging from small mobile data acquisition systems (DAQs) to large data and control infrastructure for test and manufacturing applications
Maintain, calibrate, configure, monitor, test, troubleshoot, install, and repair instrumentation, process controls, data acquisition systems, and electrical systems
Build harnessing to support data acquisition and control systems
Train personnel on the required processes and operations of data
Set, implement, and maintain schedules and budgets to ensure project completion.
Precision assembly of test systems for aerospace hardware, directed by both written and verbal instructions
Execute work orders for component and assembly tests; documentation of test steps
Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot fluid, mechanical, instrumentation, and control systems for various test applications
Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot vibration tables, thermal chambers, and thermal vacuum chambers
Identification of discrepancies, authoring of nonconformance reports, coordination with engineering on dispositions, detailed documentation of steps
Train personnel on the required processes and operations of complex test systems
Ensure testing is being conducted safely at all times
Improve efficiency of testing to increase hardware throughput
As part of a small team, you will also perform everyday tasks to keep the site running (shipping and receiving, administrative tasks, etc.)

Qualifications

8+ years of experience working on mechanical, fluid, or electrical systems
5+ years' experience in an I&C focused role
Experience with aerospace or military-grade harness fabrication
Experience with the design and fabrication of data and control systems (junction boxes, rack mount hardware, etc.)
Able to lift up to 40 lbs. unassisted
Able to stand for extended periods
Able to stoop, bend, crawl, and maneuver in tight spaces
Passion for building something with high quality, willing to attend work with a positive and humble attitude, and willing to take ownership of large and small tasks to help the team be successful
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work second shift and weekends as needed
Willing to relocate to Seattle, WA

Preferred Qualifications

Detailed understanding of fittings, threads, inserts, seals, and other sub-component parts
Assembly experience with Oxygen, Cryogenic, and FOD intolerant service components and systems
Experience with high pressure and cryogenic environments
Experience working with complex mechanical and/or electrical systems and the ability to read drawings and system schematics
Experience operating a vibration table and thermal chambers

Benefits

Equity – We are pleased to offer equity in the form of stock options to all regular, full-time employees.
Comprehensive benefits program including subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance
Company-paid life and disability insurance
401(k) plan with employer match
4 weeks' Paid Time Off
Holidays – 10 days (including an end-of-year closure)
Paid Family/Parental Leave
On-site gym or monthly wellness stipend (depending on location)
Dog friendly offices!

Compensation

Target Levels:

Level 3 Range: $38.22 - $57.31/hour
Level 4 Range: $46.68 - $70.05/hour

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Equal Opportunity

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including with respect to disability and veteran status. It is committed to compliance with all equal opportunity laws, including the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) and Title VII. It does not discriminate on the basis of nationality, race, citizenship, immigration status, or any other protected class when it comes to employment practices,…