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Propulsion/Propellant Test Technician B

Los Angeles, California; El Segundo, California Job ID JR2025446355 Category All Hourly Unions Post Date Mar. 03, 2025
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Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Boeing Defense, Space and Security is seeking a Propulsion/Propellant Test and Servicing Technician B to join our Space and Launch Division on our Satellite Systems Team. This team manages the company's major commercial and government satellite and ground programs for communications, national defense and other missions.

This position is located in Taft, CA. Your dreams go beyond Planet Earth. You are innovative, creative, and challenge the status quo. You work well in teams while also having the ability to work assignments autonomously. Here at Satellite Systems you will collaborate with leaders in space innovation and pave the way in creating the world’s best satellites. You will be a leader in space Innovation.

Primary Responsibilities:

Assists in the development of and conducts test for flight propulsion and fluid subsystems.  Designs, builds, modifies, fabricates and assembles complex test equipment, test fixtures and ground support laboratories and at test and launch sites.  Assists in propellant servicing of completed spacecraft.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Works from engineering specifications and instructions, test procedures, schematics, sketches, oral and written instructions.

  • Assist in determining test methods and sequence that will be used to obtain required performance data associated with acceptance of test flight components, fluids and propulsion subsystems. Works with electrical components and pneumatic systems with pressures up to 6,200 psi (pounds per square inch) and hydraulic systems pressurized to 21,000 psi.

  • Designs, builds, modifies, fabricates and assembles complex electrical and mechanical test fixtures and equipment used to test and service propulsion and fluid systems including propellant and fluid servicing ground support equipment

  • Conducts flight component, propulsion and fluids subsystem tests. Performs functional testing and propellant servicing operations on propulsions systems at Company and off-site test facilities and on spacecraft, at launch bases, in preparation for launch.

  • Determines method to verify the safety and functionality of test and servicing equipment and conducts verification tests based on methods selected. Performs decontamination and cleanliness certification procedures on flight hardware and test equipment after their exposure to hazardous chemicals.

  • Operates test and fabrication equipment such as oscilloscopes, leak detectors, vacuum pumps, microscopes, precision weighing systems, tube benders and flaring machines; contamination control equipment such as scrubber systems and deionized water flush panels; shop equipment such as forklift and overhead cranes.

  • Records and evaluates test results for completeness and accuracy preparing reports as required.

  • Knowledgeable in all safety requirements and qualified in the operation of safety equipment including air respirators and Self Contained Atmospheric Protective Ensemble (SCAPE) suites.

  • Must pass an annual propellant and SCAPE physical.

  • May provide assistance to personnel in lower related job classifications.

  • Performs incidental related duties as assigned or required, such as calibration tracking and equipment management.

Security Clearance & Export Control Requirements:

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship.

A Tier 5 (T5), formerly known as a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) Post Start is required.

This position is expected to be 100% on-site. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills and Experience):

  • Must have the ability to carry a 45 lbs. backpack breathing apparatus for at least 2 hours at a time while wearing a SCAPE suit (Regular SCAPE operations airline require wearing a SCAPE suit for 4 to 6 hours)

  • 1+ years experience working with electrical components, equipment, and/or systems

  • 1+ years experience in Fluid and pneumatic system fabrication, installation, test, and repair

  • 1+ years experience do you have reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Active Security Security Clearance preferred

  • 1+ years experience operates test and fabrication equipment such as oscilloscopes, leak detectors, vacuum pumps, microscopes, precision weighing systems, tube benders and flaring machines

Typical Education & Experience:

High School Diploma or GED

Relocation:

This position is located in a location that does not offer relocation.  Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies. 

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent.  Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. 

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. 

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only.  Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.  

Summary of Pay Range: $21.92 - $32.26

Applications for this posting will be accepted until: 3/12/2025


Applications for this position will be accepted until Mar. 12, 2025


Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift


Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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