
Engineering Technician Public Notice Flyer (Direct Hire)
Armstrong Flight Research CenterPositions to be filled are in various organizations at the following NASA Centers - Ames Research Center, Armstrong Flight Research Center, Langley Research Center, Glenn Research Center and the Katherine Johnson IV&V Facility. NASA may fill positions in any of the following grade levels listed in this announcement (GS-/12 levels). Examples of positions that may be filled include: Jet Engine Mechanic, Machinist, & Sheet Metal Tech, Life Support Systems, Aircraft Mechanic, Egress Tech.Duties described below are at the highest grade advertised. Duties assigned at lower grade levels will be of more limited scope, performed with less independence and limited complexity; duties will be commensurate with the grade of selected employee.Perform technical work activities for assigned aircraft, systems, labs or facilities supporting facility test operations and test execution to customerrequirements.Operate technical systems (mechanical, controls, electrical, photo/video, and instrumentation) as a test team member in support of ground testing operations and in accordance with facility procedures and training.Perform machinist tasks including operating machine tools, fabricating and modifying test hardware, and maintaining precision mechanical components in support of test operations.Support maintenance of the mechanical, electrical and instrumentation systems and labs of the experimental facilities under the supervision of team leads and facility engineering staff.Support the development of work documentation and procedures to help execute efficient fabrication, maintenance, and operational tasks.Collaborate with engineering staff to resolve complex technical issues and ensure system readiness.Perform work effectively in multi-disciplinary teams during live operations, test runs, or facility procedures where communication and safety are critical.
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