Equipment Maintenance Technician
Listed on 2026-01-11
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Manufacturing / Production
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
About the job Equipment Maintenance Technician
The Opportunity
Our clients test and production environments rely on a wide variety of custom and commercial equipment from high-vacuum chambers and thermal systems to CNCs and automated test stands. As an Equipment Maintenance Technician, youll be responsible for keeping these systems running safely and reliably. Youll work hands-on to troubleshoot issues, perform preventive maintenance, and support improvements that increase uptime and performance.
Your work will directly impact our ability to build and test spacecraft hardware quickly, safely, and s role is ideal for someone whos comfortable in a dynamic, hands-on environment and enjoys the challenge of fixing complex systems under real-world conditions.
How Youll Fulfill Your Mission
Preventive Maintenance:
Execute routine inspections, lubrication, calibrations, and performance checks on factory and test equipment
Troubleshooting & Repair:
Diagnose mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and vacuum-related issues and restore equipment to operation quickly
Work Orders & Records:
Track maintenance tasks, log repair history, and manage spares and consumables in a CMMS or similar system
Collaboration:
Partner with engineers, test operators, and facilities to understand equipment usage and proactively resolve issues
Process Improvements:
Identify recurring failure modes and help implement upgrades, rebuilds, or redesigns to improve reliability
Safety & Compliance:
Ensure all work follows proper lockout/tagout, PPE, and equipment safety procedures
Why We Value You
3+ years of experience in equipment maintenance, industrial service, or mechanical repair in a manufacturing, R&D, or aerospace environment
Comfortable working with a wide variety of equipment: pumps, valves, motors, sensors, PLCs, HMIs, hydraulics, pneumatics, and more
Ability to read mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams, and equipment manuals
Familiarity with hand tools, diagnostic instruments, and electrical testing equipment
Organized, proactive, and calm under pressure, especially when equipment is down
Strong communication and documentation habits
Desired Multipliers
Experience with high-vacuum or thermal systems
Knowledge of CMMS software (e.g., UpKeep, Fiix, or similar)
Basic understanding of control systems, PLCs, or Python-based automation helpful
Aerospace or advanced manufacturing background is a plus
The pay range for this role is: $50.00 - $60.00 per hour
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