Propulsion Technician

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Perform assigned manufacturing operations involving propellant preparation and mixing, energetic materials, and controlled batch processing in accordance with released work instructions and approved process…
• Handle, label, move, and store hazardous or reactive chemicals, including hypergolic materials when assigned, only after completing required training and authorization and in accordance with EHS-approved procedures.
• Complete pre-task safety checks; verify required personal protective equipment (PPE), equipment readiness, and safety controls; promptly stop and escalate work when unsafe conditions or process deviations are identified.
• Operate and inspect assigned production equipment, mixing systems, tooling, and fixtures within documented operating requirements; report equipment issues and support readiness and calibration activities.
• Accurately complete batch records, manufacturing travelers, material lot and quantity records, and inventory transactions using Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and other controlled documentation.
• Perform self-inspections and support in-process quality checks, inspection hold points, and material traceability requirements before work proceeds to the next operation.
• Support pilot builds, pre-production trials, and new manufacturing processes while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet quality and production deliverables.
• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Test teams to identify process issues, investigate defects or test failures, and implement approved corrective actions.

Job requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a production, manufacturing, chemical processing, or industrial operations environment.
• Ability to follow detailed work instructions, process specifications, safety procedures, and batch or traveler documentation without unauthorized deviations.
• Understanding of basic workplace safety practices, including hazard communication, safety data sheets (SDS), PPE, and the importance of pre-task risk assessments.
• Comfort working with manufacturing equipment, tools, and controlled production documentation; willingness to complete role-specific safety and equipment qualifications.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate material identification, lot traceability, manufacturing records, and quality standards.
• Team-oriented approach with strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritize changing assignments, and maintain strict safety and quality standards.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs and perform repetitive manufacturing tasks, with or without reasonable accommodation, and to work alternate shifts or extended hours as needed.