Thermal Protection System Technician with Security Clearance

Job Details for your reference: Job Title: Thermal Protection System Technician Location: Kennedy Space Center, FL 32815 Shift Schedule: Must be able to work all shifts Job Description: • Performs composite related fabrication of detail parts and subassemblies from carbon fiber, fiberglass and other lightweight materials commonly use in the aerospace industry. • Performs automated lay-up machine set-up and operation. • Performs composite lay-up, fabrication and assembly tasks. • Ability to understand the use and fabrication of pre-manufactured composite materials using, blueprints, engineering drawings and planning from nonconformance dispositions. • Accomplishes these processes by using fabrication tooling materials and automated / motorized equipment. • Accomplishes related functions to provide complete fabrication details and subassemblies via hand-lay-up methods or through the use of NC equipment. • Ability to select correct parts, materials, tools, assemblies, standards, hardware, etc., in order to accomplish work statement in accordance with planned operations. • Report job constraints such as: errors caused by workmanship, defects in parts, materials, assembly procedures, tools, sequences, etc., in accordance with Client's procedure. • Prepares test articles, fixtures and data collection devices to perform various tests. • Performs basic organic chemical conversion and paint preparation. • Applies routine organic coatings for corrosion protection and appearance requirements. • Works on articles of moderate complexity using established drawings and requirements. • Be safety conscious; employ the use of safety glasses, safety harnesses, respirators, boot socks, and other pertinent safety equipment 100% of the time. • Exhibit exemplary housekeeping and Foreign Object Debris (FOD) standards. • Maintain clean, neat, organized and FOD free work area. • Coordinate pertinent information with employees on other shifts. Day to day: • Working with TPS (thermal protection system) Must Haves: • Mechanical skillset (experience with torque wrenches) • Electrical skillset (experience with adhesives and wire handling) Plusses: • Drilling experience. • Painting/autobody would be a plus. • Ability to read and interpret blueprint drawings. Education / Experience: • High school diploma or GED and typically 1 or more years’ related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Location: Kennedy Space Center, Florida, US

Posted Date: 8/22/2025