We have an outstanding Contract position for aSpacecraft Thermal Technician to join a leading Company located in theLaurel, MDsurrounding area.

U.S. Citizenship is required.

Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Security Clearance.

Please click on this link if you have any questions on how to obtain a clearance: https://www.tadpgs.com/obtain_security_clearance

We are a dedicated hardware build, test, and launch organization seeking a highly skilled, detail-oriented, and hands-on individual who is comfortable receiving direction and working collaboratively with others. As a member of our team, you will build upon your industry expertise and develop new skills to work independently in designing, fabricating, installing, and testing thermal systems on one-of-a-kind spacecraft hardware. You will collaborate with a driven team of engineers, scientists, and technical staff to deliver exceptional products and services to our sponsors and U.S. Government agencies.

Job Responsibilities:

• Design, fabricate, and install thermal insulation materials such as MLI (Multi-Layer Insulation), foam, and other specialized systems.

• Work with thermal control systems, including heaters, radiators, and fluid loops.

• Collaborate closely with designers, engineers, and other technical support staff to solve complex thermal challenges.

• Interpret engineering drawings, follow detailed procedures, and adhere to strict quality control and inspection standards.

• Participate in spacecraft assembly, preparing it for launch into space.

• Contribute to launch site operations, performing final closeouts and modifications, and supporting handling and integration operations with the launch vehicle.

• Be a trusted partner that the engineers and other technical staff rely on to provide your independent assessments of various aspects of the work they are doing .

  Basic Hiring Criteria:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Have 3+ years of experience working in aerospace or a related field.

• Strong attention to detail.

• Have experience in sheet metal layout and fabrication, or possess design/fabrication experience in fields such as graphic design, textiles, or fashion.

• Are willing and able to travel to launch sites and testing facilities, work in cleanrooms, and lift up to 50 lbs.

• Are skilled in communicating differing opinions in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

  Desired Qualifications:

• Hold an associate's degree or technical certification(s).

• Have experience designing and fabricating MLI thermal blankets.

• Have worked with fluid loops in spacecraft or other aerospace systems.

• Possess experience with spacecraft propulsion systems, thermal systems, or structural assemblies.

• Hold an active Secret or Top Secret security clearance.

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance