Automation & Control Systems Technician

AUTOMATION & CONTROL SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN

The automation & control systems technician will support the build-up and maintenance of our data and control systems. These systems comprise various data acquisition and control hardware, wiring, interface harnesses, and a wide range of instrumentation. The goal of the data & control systems team is to meet various test requirements to achieve safe, economical, and reliable access to space.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Install and terminate wiring to pad instrumentation and data acquisition systems


• Install connectors, connector pins, terminals, and lugs


• Perform continuity checks, locate and correct wiring errors using measuring instruments such as ohmmeters and voltage calibrators


• Perform work in support of fellow technicians and engineering employees using shop assembly equipment and hand tools


• Collaborate with design engineers to troubleshoot failures and issues derived from test data


• Write, create, and organize work planning documents and instructions


• Generate purchase orders from vendor quotes


• Lead complex and mentally taxing projects with little to no oversight


• Install and modify electrical conveyances, including but not limited to conduit and cable tray


• Install cable and cable assemblies


• Build intricate and complex cable assemblies using Mil-C connectors and contacts


• Troubleshoot AC power distribution equipment up to 480VAC


• Build and terminate AC power equipment up to 480VAC


• Build, terminate, troubleshoot, and maintain PLC-based manufacturing hardware


• Fabricate support structures, enclosures, and conveyances for electrical distribution equipment

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate


• 1+ years of professional experience working with electronic systems

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Associate degree in aerospace technology or another technical field


• 2+ years of experience working with instrumentation such as pressure transducers, thermocouples, valves, flow meters, multimeters, or oscilloscopes


• 2+ years of professional, hands-on experience working with launch site instrumentation


• Experience with ISO 9000, IPC-620, and ICP-610 standards


• Quality inspection experience with harnessing and cables


• Understanding of basic direct current electrical theory


• Experience helping to develop and document procedures


• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)


• Ability to design and fabricate simple electrical circuits


• PLC and DAQ programming experience


• Experience with NI Max and Studio 5000


• Proficient with the use of power tools (e.g., hand drills, grinders, band saws, vacuums, and impact drivers)


• Proficient with use of hand tools (e.g. wire strippers, screw drivers, brooms, flush cuts, and wrenches)

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• General physical fitness is required for some work areas, hardware is typically built in tight quarters, and physical dexterity is required


• Ability to lift heavy objects up to 25 lbs unassisted


• Ability to work at elevated heights - up to 300 ft. with proper PPE


• Ability to work in extreme environments – heat, cold, rain, fumes, odors, and noise


• Willing to work extended hours and weekends, as needed