Engineering Technician IV

Purpose and Scope On the Kennedy Propellants and Life Support Services (KPLSS II) program on Kennedy Space Center, FL, perform assignments that are not completely standardized or prescribed. Select and adapt standard procedures or equipment. Using applicable precedents, receive initial instructions, equipment requirements, and advice from supervisor or engineer. Perform recurring work independently. Work is reviewed for technical adequacy or conformity with instructions. Essential Responsibilities Construct components, subunits, or simple models or adapt standard equipment; may troubleshoot and correct malfunctions. Follow specific layout and scientific diagrams to construct and package simple devices and subunits of equipment. Conduct various tests or experiments which may require minor modifications in test setups or procedures as well as subjective judgments in measurement, selecting, preparing, and operating standard test equipment and recording test data. Extract and compile a variety of engineering data from field notes, manuals, etc., process data, identify errors or inconsistencies, and select methods of data presentation. Assist in design modification by compiling data related to design, specifications, and materials that are pertinent to specific items of equipment or component parts. Develop information concerning previous operational failures and modifications. Use judgment and initiative to recognize inconsistencies or gaps in data and seek sources to clarify information. Minimum Position Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required High school diploma or equivalent, and 10 years of job-related experience. Good communication and analytical skills; working knowledge of computer systems and integrated software application programs. Position may require the ability to pass and maintain a security clearance. Must be able to successfully pass a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI). US citizenship is required for restricted area access. A driver's license is required to independently travel onto and around KSC property. Preferred Qualifications Five years of direct job-related experience. Associate’s degree or technical trade certification in engineering field. Local candidates preferred. No relocation allowance provided. Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands Most positions involve work typical of an office environment with no unusual hazards, occasional lifting up to 20 pounds, and constant use of a computer terminal, visual, and hearing abilities. Some positions involve work in environments where mechanical equipment is being installed, tested, analyzed, monitored, operated, and/or maintained. Equipment may be loud or noisy or have exposed moving components. Such positions may involve routine lifting up to 50 pounds, regular handling, grasping, kneeling, and carrying, and require constant vision and mental alertness. Other Responsibilities Safety – Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. Each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy-aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams. Quality – Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. Each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his or her quality management and customer satisfaction responsibilities. Procedure Compliance – Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his or her job. Compensation Details 27.95 Benefits Overview Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and holidays Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching) Educational reimbursement Parental leave Employee stock purchase plan Tax-saving options Disability and life insurance Pet insurance Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions or benefits. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters. #J-18808-Ljbffr