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Thermal Protection Systems Technician II - C

Protingent

Merritt Island, FL

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Aerospace and Defense, Assembly Equipment, Calibration, Capsules, Computer Engineering, Customer Support/Service, Engineering Drawing, Explosive Ordnance, Lean Manufacturing, Lean Six Sigma, Legal, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Manufacturing, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Windows Operating System, Propulsion, Six Sigma Certification, Surface Preparation and Characterization, Systems Administration/Management, United States Citizen, Wheel/Front-End Loader
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Merritt Island, FL
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Position Title: Thermal Protection Systems Technician II - C

Position Description: Protingent has a contract opportunity for a TPS Technician with our client in Merritt Island, FL

Job Responsibilities:
  • Responsible for Application of thermal protection systems (TPS) onto spaceflight hardware.
  • Perform surface preparation, fixturing, adhesive application, gap filling, and vacuum bagging of large structures.
  • Perform second-party verifications and hardware inspections of engineering models, drawings, specifications, and written procedures.

Job Qualifications:
  • 4 or more years of experience in aerospace manufacturing, integration, aircraft heavy depot level maintenance or another related field.
  • Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications accurately.
  • Experience with precision calibration tools including torque wrenches, micrometers, calipers, laser tracker, and optical measuring instruments.
  • Ability to lift 50lbs and comfortable working at heights (work stands, ladders, lifts) and/or in confined spaces.
  • Expertise in various applications, including adhesives, sealants, and thermal blankets.
  • Proficiency in digital tools, including Windows and Microsoft Office applications.

Desired Job Qualifications:
  • Industry certification, trade school training and/or degree in related field.
  • Experience with cryogenic systems, fluid assembly, and aerospace/launch vehicle assembly, crucial for ensuring the integrity and reliability of our spacecraft's propulsion systems.
  • Knowledge of precision assembly processes and handling large aerospace components.
  • Experience working on aerospace payloads, fairings, capsules.
  • ATF Certification for handling and/or installing explosives.
  • Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certification.
  • Willingness to work overtime.

Job Details:
  • Job Type: Contract
  • Location: Merritt Island, FL.
  • Pay Rate Range: $37-$40/hr.
  • ITAR obligations are associated with this role, U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a) (1), (3) is required.

Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO) and an administered 401k plan.

About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.

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