Senior Aerospace Technician
$30-$50 per hour
Full time: On-site
Brunswick, ME
My client is an American, employee-owned launch company based in Brunswick, Maine. They are a start-up specializing in developing cutting edge space propulsion technologies for the smallsat & cubesat markets.
They have been going from strength to strength and have significant backing from government customers alongside private investors.
Job Summary:
My client is seeking a Senior Technician with skills in manufacturing and fabrication to work with their engineers on their state-of-the-art launch vehicle. This role demands a highly skilled, innovative, and proactive leader who can oversee their assembly facility, manage a team, and ensure project timelines, safety requirements and specifications are met with precision.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the assembly and fabrication of flight vehicles and related components
- Oversee static engine testing, vehicle launch operations, and telemetry/avionics integration
- Implement and refine manufacturing protocols to enhance efficiency and safety
- Supervise and train team members in advanced assembly techniques and the use of specialized machinery
- Foster a culture of safety and continuous improvement
- Drive project completion by coordinating with engineering teams to refine designs and solve complex technical challenges
- Develop and enforce a rigorous maintenance schedule for all manufacturing equipment
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory and company standards related to safety and quality
Position Requirements
- Above all else, an utmost respect for safety, and the ability to achieve goals without ever compromising on safety
- Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds unassisted
- Driver’s license and able to travel to various points in Maine during regular test and launch operations
- Comfortable outdoors, including working in forests, on a boat, or in a workshop
- Willing to work on tall ladders, in confined spaces, with exposure to extreme environments and in the presence of dangerous materials
- A discipline in documentation, particularly as it relates to process and quality control
Skills and Qualifications:
Education: Minimum of High School Diploma or GED
Required Technical Skills / Experience:
- Minimum of 5 years' experience in aerospace manufacturing or a closely related industry
- In-depth knowledge of complex assembly operations and the ability to troubleshoot and optimize manufacturing processes.
- Must be a lawful U.S. Person (per ITAR and 8.U.S.C.1324b(a)(3))
- Proficiency in interpreting engineering design data include drawings, CAD models, and regulatory specifications such as ASME Y15.4 & AWS D1.1
- Expertise in at least one of the following manufacturing processes: welding, CNC machining, and/or composites layup.
Ideal Skills / Experience:
- Expert at GD&T
- Experienced with Metal and Polymer 3D printing,
- Have participated in rocket hardware manufacturing and assembly, particularly for liquid or hybrid systems
Compensation and Benefits:
- Hourly compensation range: $30-$50
- Stock options
- Starts with 3 weeks of PTO, increases over time
- 8 paid holidays
- Health coverage includes 75% of the cost through the Maine Health Portal.
