Contractor RF Test Technicians (will consider all senior levels)

Longmont, CO - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 32 - 40

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Unlock the Future of Space at Redwire Space

Do you thrive on turning the impossible into reality At Redwire Space every day presents an opportunity to innovate tackle fascinating challenges and directly shape future technologies for multiple domains (space and terrestrial). Redwire is where groundbreaking ideas take flight and the results are truly out of this world.

Innovate with Our RF Systems Group in Longmont Colorado

Join Redwires RF Systems group in Longmont Colorado and become an integral part of engineering the next generation of RF products. These enable mission-critical capabilities across space air land and beyond. Whether its advanced communications sophisticated sensing electronic warfare or directed energy our team delivers cutting-edge solutions from orbital deployments to the tactical edge in support ofone force every front.

Join a Team Driven by Curiosity Purpose and Impact

Decide today to become a part of our engineering team and youll find yourself in a collaborative agile environment where curiosity purpose and impact guide every decision. We are not just a company; we are a collective renowned for our technical expertise leadership in engineering and unwavering commitment to project ownership. Come experience a place where your contributions truly matter.

Summary

Redwire Space Solutions in Longmont COhas an opportunity forRF Test Technicians.This role will be responsible for Environmental testing and test equipment in our Longmont CO facility as well as participating in onsite and offsite testing at an environmental testing vendor supporting Redwire are building active and passive RF systems for new space-based communications architectures. You will interface with the project design and operations teams to assist in the technical development of the testing demand.

Responsibilities

Perform environmental testing of aerospace mechanisms using established procedures. Tests include static load thermal vacuum benchtop operation separation shock and vibration
Operate spaceflight hardware and test fixtures using data acquisition system and established procedures
Attach and remove components on spaceflight hardware
Inspect mechanical and electrical components after test completion
Perform maintenance on test fixtures
Idea generation of potential process improvements
Assist with non-conformance investigations

Ideal Experience

Bachelors or Equivalent Technical Degree with 0-2 years of experience or High school diploma or equivalent with 6 or more years of relevant experience
Familiarity with common aerospace assembly and inspection tools. e.g. torque wrenches load cells feeler gauges calipers multimeters
Experience assisting with writing technical work instructions related to Environmental Testing (Thermal TVAC Vibe antenna and RF testing)
Understanding and experience with quality management systems such as AS9100
Excellent manual dexterity ability to handle small parts such as fasteners as small as #0-80
Experience using electronics equipment (e.g. DMMs oscilloscopes network analyzers power supplies DAQs VNAs Spectrum Analyzers ESD protocols etc.)

Desired Skills

Strong technical capability and mechanical inclination with ability to follow and execute procedures
J-STD or NASA soldering with space addendum certified - preferred
IPC or NASA harnessing certified preferred
Experience working in an Aerospace cleanroom environment - preferred
Experiencing with all aspects of microwave testing and test equipment
Understanding of advanced electronic circuitry
Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as autonomously
Ability to provide intuitive and timely solutions for immediate prototype production
Effective communication abilities attention to detail and self-motivated
Possess strong problem solving and communication abilities
High standard of quality workmanship
Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word Excel and PowerPoint)
Capacity to comply with the federally mandated requirements of U.S. export control laws
Excellent communication (written and verbal) and teamwork skills

Grow with us as we innovate the next generation capabilities for a new era of space exploration! We offer a highly competitive benefits package along with a commitment to our core values of Integrity Innovation Impact Inclusion and Excellence.

Pay Rate

$32.00 - $40.00 plus agency fee

How We Determine What We Pay (Compensation Philosophy)

Redwiredetermines pay for positions using local national and industry-specific survey data for our locations throughout the US. We will evaluate external equity and the cost of labor/prevailing wage index in the relative marketplace for jobs directly comparable to jobs within our company.

For new hires we strive to make competitive offers allowing the new employee room for future growth. Salaries will be based on the applicants level of experience education and specialized knowledge and skills. Additionally we consider the external market rate the amount we have budgeted internally and internal equity within the company for the same position. An employee/candidate with a stronger skill set will receive higher pay.

Redwire is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Redwire is governed on the basis of merit competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race color religion gender national origin/ethnicity veteran status disability status age sexual orientation gender identity marital status mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

All offers of employment at Redwire are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check and your ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the US. Note that some positions will also require US citizenship or ability to obtain a security clearance due to requirements of a classified program.

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. Learn more about the ITARClick Here

Required Experience:

Senior IC

Unlock the Future of Space at Redwire SpaceDo you thrive on turning the impossible into reality At Redwire Space every day presents an opportunity to innovate tackle fascinating challenges and directly shape future technologies for multiple domains (space and terrestrial). Redwire is where groundbre...