Propulsion and Structures Technician - Cape Town, South Africa - PyraLink Aerospace

PyraLink Aerospace

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Cape Town, South Africa

2 weeks ago

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Thabo Mthembu

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PyraLink Aerospace Full-time

PROPULSION AND STRUCTURES TECHNICIAN

PyraLink Aerospace was founded under the philosophy that Simplicity, Affordability and Flexibility are tightly coupled with a goal of creating a strong society where South Africans can make Space part of their daily conversations.

PROTEA PROPULSION AND STRUCTURES TECHNICIAN

PyraLink Aerospace is looking for motivated, energetic, and enthusiastic mechanical technicians to assist with launch site assembly and test of the PyraLink launch vehicle.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Stage, set up, assemble, flight hardware and test equipment per technical work instructions and ensure the highest level of quality to support the successful launch of a world class launch vehicle
Handson operations with both large and small, fragile ESD sensitive assemblies
Proficiently use various mechanical tools and heavy machinery
Complete tasks related to site preventative maintenance in accordance with the asset management system
Maintain, troubleshoot, and install fluid and electromechanical components from a schematic or drawing
Work closely with engineers and leadership to develop and implement operational improvements focused on driving takt times down and ease of repeatability
Rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a highpaced, challenging work environment
Play a critical role in coordinated launch vehicle movements and integrated pressurized ground operations

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Grade 12 or equivalency certificate
2+ years of professional experience working handson as a technician in the aerospace, aviation, automotive, or oil and gas industry

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Associate degree in aerospace technology or equivalent area of study
Strong written and oral communication skills
Meticulous attention to detail
Ability to take project goals, inputs, and work toward the endgoal beyond individual task assignment
Experience populating and repairing connectors ranging from D-SUB, BNC, TNC, N-TYPE SMA 8P8C
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
Experience working in a clean room and ESD sensitive environment
Able to obtain or currently hold top secret/ SCI security clearance
Knowledge of pressure, temperature, and flow measurement devices
Experience maintaining a propulsion test stand in the aerospace industry
Experience working at a rocket launch facility and supporting launch campaigns
Military aviation experience as a propulsion or airframe technician
Skill in operating and manipulating machinery and various hand and power tools requiring manual dexterity
Experience with forklifts, cranes, and heavy equipment
Familiarity with calibrated measurement devices including load cells, multimeters, calipers, torque wrenches, depth gauges, and micrometers

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to pass SA Air Force background check for Overberg Air Force Base
Must be able to work while wearing air purifying and/or supplied air respirators
Work schedule varies depending on site operational needs, and flexibility is required
Must be able to lift up to 25 kg. unassisted
Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position
Must be able to work at elevated heights, including the use of ladders
Must be willing to operate heavy machinery
Must be able to work in confined spaces
Typically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments heat, cold, rain, ice
Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
Willing to travel to other PyraLink Aerospace sites as needed

PyraLink Aerospace Employee Benefits

The opportunity to work on a South African rocket and groundbreaking technology.
Fitness program.
Access to world leading experts to develop your career.
Unlimited barista coffee, fruit and snacks.

PyraLink Aerospace merchandise

Tshirts, mission patches etc.
Discounted health insurance with Discovery & NetCare.
Additional parental leave entitlements.
Social activities throughout the year.

PyraLink Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with PyraLink Aerospace is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

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