Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Ready to launch your career? Be part of the next generation of access to space at one of the World’s Premier Gateways to Space! RGNext employees open portals to space by providing operation and sustainment of mission-critical systems that launch and track Department of Defense, civil, commercial, and international space launch rockets! We also provide U.S. defense and space awareness through ballistic missile testing, guided weapon and aeronautical tests and experiments to defend the United States to ensure our nation’s safety.

As an RGNext employee, you will join a team of smart, creative, and highly motivated employees who take pride in their work and in the mission and who enjoy developing, sustaining and delivering world class solutions! If you are seeking to work in a dynamic environment and want to be part of the World’s Premier Gateway to Space, this may be the opportunity you’ve been looking for!

This position is located at Patrick Space Force Base.

This position is not eligible for telecommuting

• Fabricate and assemble tools, dies, gauges, jigs, fixtures and small components of non-complex electro/mechanical, radar, telemetry, weather, communications, and optical instrumentation systems under guidance of qualified personnel
• Perform lathe and milling machine work to tolerances no less than .005”
• Perform occasional corrosion control activities, including but not limited to surface preparation, sand blasting, spot painting and touchup
• Perform non-complex mechanical tasks
• Assist with silver soldering, assembly, fabrication and modification to all wave-guide installation and repair tasks
• Assist in solving difficult and unusual fabrication problems under the guidance of qualified personnel and perform modification repairs as required.
• Perform other related duties for general Level 2 Depot maintenance as assigned

• Ability to maintain a clean and safe work area
• Skilled at reading blueprints, sketches, and designs
• Ability to interface with all levels of personnel in a diverse, team-orientated environment

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Technical/trade school certification or equivalent apprenticeship training
• Two years’ related fabrication experience
• Experience with supply and property procedures
• Thorough knowledge of mechanical machinery
• Working knowledge of corrosion control technology
• Working knowledge of hazardous materials and waste management

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Ability to frequently climb elevated antenna structures and work from heights up to 30 feet
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds, stand, bend, stoop, and reach for extended periods of time
• Ability to operate corrosion control equipment/tools
• Ability to use coolants, cutting and lubricating liquids
• Ability to operate shop crane, forklift, and trucks to 1½ tons
• The flexibility to work occasional non-duty hours or on weekends to support specific project or mission requirements
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance, which includes U.S. citizenship
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License
• Valid U.S. passport or ability to obtain one within six months
• Must be able to travel 30-40% locally, within the Continental U.S and Outside the Continental U.S. (OCONUS)

RGNext offers our team of experienced, professional employees an environment of challenging, stimulating and personally and professionally rewarding career opportunities and growth. Employees enjoy a robust benefit package on day one, which includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurances, generous Paid Time Off and holiday pay, a retirement savings plan with a company match and vesting on day one! Other benefits include access to on-base fitness centers and recreational facilities and more! We are committed to providing employees a quality work/life balance while embracing a community of diverse and strategic backgrounds in a productive, evolving environment.

Note: This job description describes the general nature of the duties and requirements of the job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list or to limit the supervisor's ability to modify work assignments as appropriate.

RGNext is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected class.

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