Soft Goods Engineering Technician (NASA CMC) with Security Clearance

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Job description

R- Description Leidos has an excellent opportunity for a Soft Goods Engineering Technician to work on the Cargo Mission Contract (CMC4). In this position, the successful candidate will provide semi-professional technical support for engineers working in areas such as: research, design, development, testing, or manufacturing process improvement. Work pertains primarily to soft goods fabrication, with a strong emphasis on sewing, as well as repair and modifications. This role is also responsible for altering Astronaut Crew clothing on a regular basis. This position will support both new hardware development projects and sustaining engineering. US Citizenship or US Permanent Residency and the ability to successfully obtain a Public Trust Security Clearance are required. Primary Responsibilities Perform soft goods sewing, design, manufacturing, and repair. Alter Astronaut Crew clothing as required
Design and fabricate Soft Goods prototypes for flight support and mock-ups
Provide technical engineering support and perform steps according to work authorizing documents
Support multiple projects: prioritize and accomplish tasks in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines
Take direction from engineering and clearly communicate issues/concerns as they arise
Wrap cables with non-flammable materials in preparation for flight processing
Perform general Lab cleanup and maintenance Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent, and 1+ year of directly-related experience
Exceptional sewing skills and experience with soft goods design, manufacturing, and repair
General understanding of how to read and implement requirements from engineering drawings and work orders
Familiarity with the engineering drawings process
General knowledge regarding mathematics and computer science
Strong trouble-shooting skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment with competing priorities and meet customer requirement and deadlines Preferred Qualifications Soft goods manufacturing/fabrication skills and experience in Aerospace (prior experience supporting NASA Programs strongly preferred)
Working understanding of Maximo Inventory Management System or similar work order task system
Ability to develop prototypes and intuitive solutions to complex designs
NASA or similar aerospace soft goods fabrication experience This position is covered under the Service Contract Act. The minimum hourly rate of pay is $22.55. Original Posting Date: 2024-09-17
While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above. Pay Range: Pay Range - The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

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