Aerospace Maintenance Technician (HVAC)
United Launch Alliance
- Location
- Onsite (Cape Canaveral, FL)
- Employment
- Full-time
- Level
- Senior Level
About the Role
United Launch Alliance is the world's most experienced space launch company, delivering reliable rocketry solutions for national security and commercial missions. This role supports critical launch operations by maintaining mission-critical HVAC and mechanical systems at the Cape Canaveral facility.
Skills
Benefits
- 401(k) match
- Employer contribution
- Discretionary annual incentive bonus
- Paid time off
Perks
- Flexible work environments
- 9/80 schedule
Full job details
Requisition ID: 2077
Location: ULA - Cape Canaveral
Relocation: No
Travel Requirements: 10%
At ULA, success comes through the efforts of a strong, united team.
Thanks for your interest in United Launch Alliance, the world's most experienced and reliable space launch company! Successfully launching more than 155 consecutive missions with 100% mission success doesn't happen by accident. It's a testament to the commitment and dedication of our team of rocket scientists and support employees combined with the systems and processes we use to pull them together. As a ULA employee, you'll have the opportunity to grow in your career while working in a team-oriented culture that combines technology, innovation, ingenuity and a commitment to the extraordinary. Whether you are in college just launching your career, or, have experience and want to come work with the best rocket team in the world, our unshakable unity yields stronger solutions and better results as we carry out our mission to save lives, explore the universe, and connect the world. Our team is excited to meet you!
Job Overview & Responsibilities
This position is for an Aerospace Maintenance Technician located at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station Florida. Member of the Launch Operations team responsible for checkout, maintenance, repair, refurbishment, calibration, troubleshooting and operation of mission critical production, ground support, and facility structural-mechanical, electro-mechanical, electrical/power, fluid control/management, and facility or launch vehicle environmental control/HVAC systems throughout the lifecycle of these systems.
Your Role: What you'll be doing
- Performs the maintenance, testing, overhauling, installation, and effects repairs on a large variety of types of complex HVAC equipment, air handlers, pumps, motors, valves, heating systems, and associated auxiliary and control equipment
- Performs preventive maintenance functions which include but are not limited to changing filters; cleaning cooling towers, heating and cooling coils, roof top units, booster pumps, and maintaining refrigeration systems.
- Regularly monitors for proper operation of pressures and temperatures, records observations, ensures mechanical systems are operating at peak efficiency, and responds to and performs emergency repairs as required.
- Perform service and maintenance work on mechanical equipment such as pumps, motor compressors, and valves.
- Performs corrective operations on A/C systems, including replacing and/or grinding of compressor valves; adjusting bearings, inspecting and replacing gaskets, replacing work bushings, fans, coils, belts, sheaves, bellows, thermostatic bulbs, and other mechanical/electrical components related to the equipment.
- Monitor and adjust all mechanical/ pneumatic equipment, control gauges, valves, thermostats, diffusers and other equipment necessary to provide a comfortable and compliant environment for the buildings.
- Utilize general knowledge of building codes, regulations and safety procedures.
- Utilize general knowledge that demonstrates increased skill level in the mechanical field to troubleshoot and resolve problems.
- Use blueprints or design specifications to install or repair systems.
- Use hand and power tools safely to maintain and repair Launch Vehicle Processing support systems.
- May receive specialized equipment training as required to maintain critical facilities.
- Note: This position is 1st shift. However, this individual must be able to support all shifts and schedules as necessary. Shift assignments are determined by Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Required Education
High School/GED
Required Years of Experience
Minimum of 6 years of related work experience
Basic Qualifications
- Minimum of 6 years of experience in the operation, maintenance, repair, and installation of HVAC equipment including chillers, split systems, cooling towers, pumps, air handlers, piping, heat exchangers, and associated equipment. (formal training programs included)
- The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance is required.
- Universal - Environmental Protection Agency Refrigerant Handling Certification required.
- Ability to work independently without direct supervision or in a team setting to support overall HVAC shop operations, Work Order processing, and monitoring systems to adjust vehicle temperature and humidity levels utilizing HVAC/ Facility monitoring hardware and software.
- Read and make control adjustments using typical testing equipment such as Freon leak testers, thermometer (wet and dry bulbs) sling and motorized psychrometer, monometer, velometer, hydrometer, humidistat. Connect vacuum and pressure gauges.
- Braze and solder various metals to connect piping.
- Must have practical working experience in the industrial installation or HVAC chiller equipment service industry.
- Capable of working a flexible schedule including overtime and 2nd/3rd shift as needed.
- Capable of lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 50lbs on a frequent basis.
- Capable of climbing and working at unprotected heights.
- Travel to other ULA facilities will be required.
- A current valid driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications
- Completed formal training in HVAC/refrigeration (AS, vocational certificate, apprenticeship)
- Experience in installation, repairs and service on programable logic controllers.
- A current journeyman or contractor’s license.
- Current or ability to obtain and maintain a top-secret SCI clearance.
- Clean room experience.
What makes ULA different?
Because we understand launch success comes through the collective efforts of a team, we seek the best to join us. We value ethics, ingenuity, engagement and professional development for employees at all levels.
We offer our employees competitive pay and benefits including:
- 401(k) match plus an additional employer contribution
- Discretionary annual incentive bonus for eligible employees
- Generous paid time off
- Flexible work environments
Additionally, most salaried ULA team members work a "9/80 schedule," meaning they enjoy every other Friday off.
Benefits and work schedules may vary for union-represented hourly positions and are described in the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
Security Clearance / International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR). This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR). Therefore, all applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined in ITAR 22 CFR 120.62 (e.g., U.S. Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or protected individual. See 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) and 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) for additional information).
ULA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
ULA is a participant in the federal E-Verify Program. Posters in PDF format pertaining to this program can be accessed by clicking on the links identified below. E-Verify Participation poster (English / Spanish) and Right to Work Poster (English / Spanish).
Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act requires covered employees to follow a post selection notification process. A hired candidate may opt out of this process by notifying the hiring manager in writing at the time the offer is accepted.