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Jacobs Technology provides overall management and implementation of ground systems capabilities, flight hardware processing and launch operations at NASA's Kennedy Space Center 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.

Booster Lead Technician. Will support Launch Vehicle Processing, Testing and Validation of new flight and ground systems. Preferred mechanical or electrical background in aviation or aerospace fields.

The selected candidate will run the day to day operations of the launch vehicle processing group supporting the National Aeronautics and Space Administration's (NASA) Artemis program.

• The candidate will assign daily tasks to the group's technicians, attend meetings relating to flight hardware processing and scheduling.

• The candidate will support the development of junior technicians.

• Must have a good working knowledge of the fundamentals of 6S.

• Be willing to travel, work off shifts, weekends and reasonable overtime as required.

• Must be able to maintain a security clearance if necessary.

• Experience with solid rocket motor processing is preferred.

Access to Kennedy Space Center amenities

While doing your part to help further space exploration at Kennedy Space Center, you can enjoy many on-site amenities, such as:

• Child Development Center

• Discounted tickets to local attractions and theme parks

• Credit Union

• Fitness Center

• Barbershop

• NASA Exchanges

Flex schedule and Telework

At Jacobs, we value your time and commitment. Here at Kennedy Space Center, Jacobs offers 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.

Here's what you'll need :

Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent, technical training in the applicable area of expertise, and required certifications and 20 years of related experience and technical training and certification as required across all areas of industry accepted disciplines for the technical support to aerospace systems and equipment.

• Must be able to follow work instructions, interpret engineer drawings, and follow stringent work area rules and safety protocols.

• Must be able to work all shifts and a reasonable amount of overtime with limited prior notification.

• Must have excellent communication skills.

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

• Must be able to work at heights and confined spaces.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

• Must be able to support all shifts, work at various facilities, and support multiple groups as directed by manager.

• Experience with mechanical, electrical or high energy systems (Ex. High pressure pneumatics/hydraulics, cryogenics, hypergolic, etc) is desirable.

• Experience in aviation or aerospace is advantageous.

• Experience within Microsoft Office products (i.e., Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) is preferred.

Essential Functions

Physical Requirements

• Duties may include the handling of hazardous waste and transportation of hazardous waste (if qualified).

• Ability to lift 50 pounds

• Ability to distinguish between colors (ex: blue and green wires)

• Ability to comply with safety policies and compliance

• Ability to use limbs with 90% range

• Must use safety protective equipment where required

• Must be able to climb ladders, towers and stairs

• Will require physical exertion in climbing, lifting, squatting, crawling, carrying, or critical work in cramped quarters.

Work Environment

• All work must be completed in a safe manner in accordance with NASA and Company safety standards.

• Work will mainly performed in an inside environment, but fieldwork can be a combination of inside and outside depending on the project.

• Working at heights is required and in confined spaces may be required.

• Work among equipment and stations in support of launches.

Equipment and Machines

• Operate and maintain handling equipment such as forklifts (up to 20K) and other area specific Material Handling Equipment.

• Operate computer terminals, personal computers, and related computer peripheral equipment to maintain/adjust database logs and records, print documents and record work performance.

• Personal computer, scanner, copy machine, telephone, laser printer, fax machine and other office equipment including desk supplies.

Attendance

• Work assignments are normally 8 hours shifts, 5 consecutive days per week

• Must be dependable and punctual.

• Occasional overtime, sometimes with short notice, is required to meet demanding schedule

Other Essential Functions

• US Citizenship required.

• Ability to obtain certifications required for operating Material Handling Equipment.

• Requires the ability to interact effectively with co-workers and managers.

• Must be able to accurately communicate ideas in writing and verbal communication.

• Government security clearance may be required in the future.

• Must pass a federal background investigation.

• Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.

• Must comply with all "drug free workplace" requirements as mandated by directives issued by the appropriate federal contracting officer and the company, which requires drug testing for use of illegal drugs by employees in sensitive positions.

• Must pass all applicable physicals required for this position

• Must possess a valid Florida Class D motor vehicle license.

These essential functions may be amended prior to an offer of employment.

Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.