Manufacturing Technician,

Where dreams and reality collide, and the output is out of this world. At Redwire Space, we are a team of dreamers and doers. Where the impossible becomes possible, and every day is an opportunity to learn and get one step closer to knowing the unknown. Join us on our mission to expand humanity's presence in space.

The talented team in Albuquerque, NM is innovating space mechanisms, multi-payload launch adapters, structural testing, deployable composite booms, deployable space structures, R&D engineering, spacecraft thermal management components, spacecraft vehicle development and thermal analysis. With many more exciting projects on the horizon, our team could use your curiosity, passion, talent and experience to help us Build & Defend Above.

Summary

We have a current opportunity for a Manufacturing Technician (will consider all levels), located at our facilities in Albuquerque, NM. In this role, you will assist engineers in the manufacture, assembly, and testing of prototype and flight hardware. Responsible for setting up and operating equipment, and assembly and test of hardware, while adhering to pre-established guidelines and specifications. Relies on knowledge of the field, judgment and previous experience to perform the functions of the job. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. Works independently and under limited supervision and engineering guidance within the scope of projects. Requires experience and knowledge of industry standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the fields of aerospace, engineering and/or science.

Responsibilities

• Fabrication and validation of critical flight hardware, including mechanical assembly, electrical assembly, and flight Ground Support Equipment; per associated flight drawings, procedures, quality standards and internal training.

• Assist engineers in flight / prototype hardware manufacture / test infrastructure development, documentation of assembly, test procedures and other specified tasks.

• Identify and communicate non-conformances to engineering and quality assurance.

• Work with facilities and maintenance to ensure that production equipment is maintained and repaired in a timely manner.
• Work with manufacturing engineering to optimize manufacturing orders and ensure process instructions are understood.
• Perform manufacturing assembly procedures, rework, and repair on spaceflight hardware.
• Identify faulty parts during the assembly process.
• Model exemplary professional conduct as a representative of Redwire.

Ideal Experience

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent plus advanced training.
• Bachelor's or Equivalent Technical Degree with 0-2 years of experience
• Valid Driver's License
• 4+ years prior experience working in an Aerospace manufacturing setting or in a similar position.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, good fabrications skills and general shop experience.
• Intermediate computer skills including Microsoft Office 365.
• Ability to stand; walk; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Ability to reach with hands and arms.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and color vision.
• US Citizen or US Person as defined by ITAR regulations

Desired Skills

• Extensive knowledge of the field. Works on assignments that are moderately difficult, requiring judgment in resolving issues or in making recommendations
• Experienced with mechanical assembly of flight hardware
• Experience in precision assembly
• Must have the ability to obtain a Clearance
• Possess strong problem solving and communication abilities, taking ownership and initiative.
• Able to listen, communicate, and collaborate with the production team manager, supervisor, and team lead
• Ability to take direction from multiple sources and manage time to meet daily milestones as well as satisfy longer term commitments to support projects
• High standard of quality workmanship

• Experience with sheet metal, composites, bonding and staking

• Experience with hand tools, including crimpers, drills, taps, torque wrenches, power tools and air tools.

• Experience working with adhesives, chemical cleaners, coating materials and other commonly used chemicals used in manufacturing.
• Ability to work from diagrams, drawings, and detailed procedures.
• Experience operating electrical and nonelectrical manufacturing equipment
• Experience in test support, setup and breakdown
• IPC JSTD-001 w/Space addendum, IPC 620 – Harnessing, IPC 7711/7721 CIS - Soldering rework

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.

Don't meet every single requirement above? No worries. We want people who can grow, collaborate and build a stronger team. We strive to build a diverse and inclusive culture, so if you're excited about this job posting, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

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 ITAR Click Here