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Avionics Wire Harness Technician (Starship)

Starbase, TX
Full Time On-site

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Fabricate, assemble, and integrate high quality, high reliability wire harness and electro-mechanical assemblies
  • Read, interpret and work from drawings as well as controlled documentation and processes:
    • Cable harnesses including wiring diagrams, layout drawings, mechanical drawings, and GD&T
    • Assembly procedures and work instructions
    • Schematics, engineering drawings, and parts list
  • Perform work according to procedures, specifications, and test instructions
  • Use various mechanical and precision calibrated tools
  • Perform electrical checkouts using custom setups combined with off the shelf equipment/components
  • Collaborate with production engineers to develop and document future processes
  • Ensure all production services are performed on time, safely, and in a professional manner

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate
  • 1+ years of experience using mechanical and/or electronic hand tools

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Experience fabricating or inspecting wire harness and cable assemblies
  • Experience in the aerospace industry, aviation, military, or other high-reliability operating environment
  • Knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems
  • Skill in operating and manipulating machinery and various hand and power tools requiring manual dexterity
  • Ability to use precision measuring instruments
  • Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment
  • Proficient with computers and the ability to use MS Office
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must be able to work all shifts and available for overtime and weekends as needed
  • Ability to work at elevated heights.
  • Some travelling will be necessary - 10%
  • Ability to pass NASA-STD-8739.6B Section 5.7.6 vision and color requirements
  • Stand: Up to 10 hours per day
  • Sit: Up to 10 hours per day
  • Push/Pull: Up to 50lbs. (unassisted) 15 minutes or less per day
  • Overhead reach: Up to 3 hours per day
  • Walk: Up to 3 hours per day
  • Lift/Carry: Up to 25lbs. (unassisted) 15 minutes or less per day
  • Climb (ladder/stairs): Up to 3 hours per day
  • Kneel/Crouch: Up to 3 hours per day
  • Upper body twist: Up to 6 hours per day
  • Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees up to 30 minutes or less per day
  • Candidate must be capable of safely working with high voltage and performing the physical requirements of the job listed in the job description
  • Candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical to confirm these capabilities, which may include a medical history review

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

  • To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. Section 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. Section 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

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