Instrumentation Technician

Lompoc CA

Description

Are you passionate about space and want to help further our exploration of the unknown? Do you want to work for an aerospace company run by industry veterans? Do you want to work for a growing company and be a part of something great? If so, submit a resume ASAP! We are currently hiring for an Instrumentation Technician in the Lompoc/Vandenberg AFB area. This position is full time and Direct Hire with potential for growth, with the hours from 7 am – 4/5:30 pm, Mondays through Fridays (applicants must be available for overtime and weekend shifts as well). The pay rate is $20-28/hr (DOE). If you are qualified and interested submit a resume now! **If chosen for the position, you will be required to complete a background and drug screening** Summary: Instrumentation and Control Technicians within the launch group are responsible for the calibration, installation and maintenance of launch site instrumentation and control systems. You will work as part of a small team requiring minimal supervision, so a self-starter is a must! Duties & Responsibilities • Read complex schematics, wiring diagrams, and shop drawings for the purpose of installation, troubleshooting and repair of components • Pull and terminate cables using various wire stripping, crimping tools and connector types • Perform rigorous installations in compliance to TIA-942 standards • Maintain and repair network communications systems (i.e. fiber networks, Ethernet networks, serial data, voice and video systems) • Construct data centers, fiber infrastructure, CAT6A panels, cable trays, data cabinets, racking equipment, phone systems, grounding and bonding • Must document fiber and copper patching via company software Rack Table and Patch Manager • Maintain and repair information systems and repair/replace subcomponents as required • Perform safety checks and operate heavy equipment such as boom lifts and forklifts • Perform general housekeeping and maintain the appearance of the site • Coordinate purchase orders with vendors to achieve timely and cost effective installation and repair of site equipment • Perform ground equipment checkouts in support of test and launch operations and supports day of launch “red team” • Other duties as assigned Required Skills & Qualifications • High School Diploma or GED • 3+ years of Telecommunications or related field with cabling experience • Ability to interpret information and communication systems drawings and prints • Skilled in the use of personal computers and numerous software applications such as Excel, MS Word, MS outlook, PowerPoint, Access, etc.… • Knowledge of hand tools, power tools, drilling methods, and Safety Gear • Knowledge of Outside Plant and Layer1 standards • Flexible and team focused approach, and willing to work with other departments as needed Desired Skills and Qualifications: • US Active Duty Military Service, related C3 and maintenance specialties • BISCI certification or equivalent • 5+ years of Telecommunications or related field with cabling experience • Prior experience with Fiber Optic splicing, OTDR, fiber meters, and fiber troubleshooting • Experience with data center, outside plant and communications systems • Working knowledge of communications architectures (SM/MM FO, T1, Serial RS232/485, USB, TCP/IP, UDP, Media Conversion, etc.…) and data communication technologies • Preferred experience with serial data transmission systems (Recommended Standard RS-232, RS-422, RS-485 EIA 530/DB9 RJ45) (data circuit-terminating equipment or data communication equipment) • Experience working on a launch site or government installation • Prior experience with instrumentation and controls Additional Requirements: • Must be a U.S. person as defined by the ITAR • Ability to pass Air Force background check for Vandenberg Air Force Base, CA and Cape Canaveral AFS, FL • Must be comfortable stooping and bending, as well as standing for long periods of time to support test and launch day operations • Ability to work at elevated heights (up to 100 feet) • Ability to operate machinery such as forklifts and boom lifts a plus • Must be able to work in varying climate environments (inside and outside), heat, cold, rain, day, and or night • Must be able to lift and carry 30 pounds unassisted We as well as our client are equal opportunity employers, women and minorities are encouraged to apply. **Any offer of employment is contingent on receipt of a satisfactory background check, which will include a review of the applicant’s criminal history. No applicant will be denied employment solely on the grounds of a criminal offense. The nature of the offense, the date of the offense, the surrounding circumstances and the relevance of the offense to the position(s) applied for will be considered.**