LES Machinist

Job Description

We are launching people to the Moon and Mars. If you want to be part of this amazing mission and enjoy working in a great team environment, we would love to have you as part of our team that is making history, today. It takes big ideas and determination to take NASA's vision and make it reality. That's what we do every day.

The COMET contract provides overall management and implementation of ground systems capabilities, flight hardware processing, and launch operations at NASA's Kennedy Space Center (KSC) in Florida. These tasks will support the International Space Station, Ground Systems Development and Operations, and the Space Launch System, Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle, and Launch Services programs.

THIS IS A COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT REPRESENTED POSITION

Responsibilities

As part of the team, you will :

• Independently perform as a technician in the installation, construction, layout, fabrication, modification, assembly, repair, machining, milling, turning, shaping, grinding, cutting, etc., of precision machined parts, components and assemblies.
• Interpret engineering drawings, sketches, and work instructions to carry out written work assignments with minimal oversight.
• Independently perform as a certified technician to rework, repair, or modify existing fabrications for fit and dimensional accuracy.
• Perform effectively in a fast-paced job shop environment where fabrications are unique and time sensitive. Production runs are minimal.
• Independently perform as a certified technician to set up, adjust and operate all shop floor CNC and manual machines such as lathes, grinders, shapers, milling machines, presses, etc.
• Work directly with engineering personnel and technicians on the installation, and operation of components, special systems, and equipment.
• Build-up of manufactured parts into final assemblies per print and work instructions.
• Operate forklift and man-lift equipment in the performance of work assignments as required.
• Work at elevated locations using systems / equipment such as ladders, man-lifts, scaffolding and other work platforms.
• Operate shop mechanical equipment, systems, and tools in the performance of work duties.
• Clean hardware and components prior to, during, and after assembly using established procedures and specifications.
• Maintain equipment as necessary, including minor preventive maintenance, repairs, or replacement of parts.
• Execute all work duties in a skilled, safe, and technically acceptable manner.
• Wear and utilize appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and clothing during performance of work duties, to include safety glasses / goggles, hard hats, gloves, masks, respirators, coveralls, harnesses, etc.
• Identify and correct potential hazards and / or unsafe acts / conditions at the work site.
• Notify Supervision of any hazards in the workplace and advise on potential corrective actions.
• Maintain work area in a neat, clean, orderly, and safe condition.
• Perform work in other classifications when incidental, but necessary to accomplish work assignment.
• Provides day-to-day technical support for operations and maintenance issues.
• Interface with customers and communicate completion of tasks per schedule, to the customer's satisfaction.

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Job Requirements

Must have a High School degree and 3 years of related experience.

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Physical Requirements

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Work Environment

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Equipment and Machines

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Attendance

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Access to Kennedy Space Center Amenities

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Flexible Schedule and Telework

At Amentum, we value your time and commitment. Here at Kennedy Space Center, we offer partial telework options and flexible work schedules for many of our positions. The ability to utilize a flex schedule or telework will depend on your department's demands and needs.