Aerospace Technician - Entry Level (Multiple Shifts)

Position Overview

As an Aerospace Technician at United Launch Alliance (ULA) located in Cape Canaveral, you will perform work across all phases of launch operations – from vehicle build-up and preparation to launch execution. You will help ensure successful missions by installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, testing, and servicing space vehicles, flight hardware, and ground support equipment. Join our united team and grow your career in a culture that values technology, innovation, and ingenuity.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, testing, and servicing of space vehicles, flight hardware, and aerospace ground support equipment.
• Support mechanical, structural, electrical, fluid, and ordnance systems and operate precision machinery and heavy-duty vehicles for safe mission operations.
• Assist in all phases of launch operations, including vehicle erection and alignment, fueling, pressurization, ordnance handling, control system checkout, countdown, and launch execution.
• Conduct test and operational procedures, including setup, installation, calibration, and operation of test tools, consoles, and equipment for functional, verification, and preflight checks.
• Troubleshoot and repair complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, fluid, and instrumentation systems for both airborne and ground equipment.
• Perform installation, modification, calibration, and end-to-end checkout of instrumentation, telemetry, and electronic control systems.
• Safely execute rigging, lifting, and movement of space vehicles, equipment, and components using cranes, transporters, and other specialized ground support equipment.
• Operate heavy-duty vehicles (over 2.5 tons) to transport parts and materials between base, customer, and vendor locations, ensuring proper load handling and safety.
• Disarm or troubleshoot ordnance systems in the event of failure, misfire, or malfunction.
• Maintain accurate documentation, records, and inspection reports using precision measuring instruments and established quality standards.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 2 years relevant work experience in a mechanical or technical role, or an Associate’s/2-year Technical Degree in a related discipline.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an active DoD Secret Clearance (U.S. Citizenship required).
• Capable of lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lbs frequently; ability to climb and work at heights.
• Willingness to work overtime, adapt to 1st shift (for training) with subsequent shift assignments based on seniority.
• Willingness to travel to other ULA facilities (up to 25% travel) and proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Valid driver’s license with reliable personal transportation for work on a military base.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in the Aerospace & Defense industry or a related field.
• CDL Class A certification.
• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License.
• Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Aerospace Technology or an equivalent degree.
• Experience with electrical systems.

Benefits & Perks

• 401(k) match plus an additional employer contribution.
• Discretionary annual incentive bonus for eligible employees.
• Generous paid time off.
• Flexible work environments.

Most salaried team members work a "9/80 schedule," enjoying every other Friday off. Benefits and work schedules may vary for union-represented positions.