Engine Integration Technician II

About Firefly AerospaceAs an end-to-end responsive space company, Firefly Aerospace is on a mission to enable our world to launch, land, and operate in space – anywhere, anytime. Our small- to medium-lift launch vehicles, lunar landers, and orbital vehicles allow us to service the entire lifecycle of government and commercial missions from low Earth orbit to the Moon and beyond. We utilize carbon composite structures, patented propulsion technologies, and common components across our vehicles to iterate quickly, improve reliability, and deliver payloads at a lower cost. This position will sit at our our Rocket Ranch in Briggs, Texas.SummaryFirefly Engine Integration Technicians build all engine hardware and turbopumps, starting with simple metal parts and delivering complete engine assemblies. Firefly’s propulsion build facility is a few feet away from the engine and valve test facilities, allowing quick feedback on our build quality and performance. This unique environment lends to an exciting day where a propulsion tech may build an engine in the morning, watch it tested in the afternoon, then disassemble it the next morning for evaluation. Firefly’s propulsion team is building and learning at a rapid pace and we are eager to see how experienced individuals thrive in this type of environment.ResponsibilitiesAssembly of engines, turbomachinery, and component hardwarePerform leak checks and AVI checkouts on all hardwareDisassemble and inspect tested engines, providing engineering insight on their hardware healthDevelop complex work instructions to improve build quality and ensure consistencyProvide engineering desired changes to improve build quality and efficiencyInspect peer builds (two-person concept)Assist with development of support toolingConsistently improve daily operationsSafely operate high pressure pneumatic, cryogenic, and fuel systemsCommunicate effectively with engineers and teammatesMaintain a clean and organized workspaceQualificationsRequired Proven experience with complex assemblies, e.g. production in aviation/automotive, Oil Rig maintenance/assembly2+ years hands-on assembly experienceAble to read technical drawings and assembly instructionsProven experience with complex troubleshootingUnderstanding of LOx and Helium system / component cleanliness requirementsHands-on operations with both large as well as small, fragile assembliesComfortable working within an evolving processFlexibility regarding workflow and processExcellent written and verbal communication skills to convey methodologies for assembly and troubleshootingAttention to detailAbility to leadAbility to followTwo or more years of experience in one or more of the following fields.Rocket engines, turbomachinery, or complex component assemblyExperience in testing of Rocket engines, tanks, thrust structures and stage assemblies.Testing of pneumatic and/or cryogenic valves, fluid systems, actuators, or components.Civilian/Military aircraft engine experienceDesiredHigh School Diploma/GED2+ years relevant experienceA&P License is preferredRelevant Military experience in fixed or rotor wing maintenance is highly desiredFirefly offers outstanding benefits for our employees, including generous health, dental and vision plans with low plan deductibles, parental leave, educational reimbursement, short term disability, pet Insurance, and flexible PTO options.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.Firefly Aerospace, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Firefly is governed based on 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.