The Test Facilities Operation, Maintenance and Engineering (TFOME) team at the NASA Glenn Research Center provides engineering and
technical services in the aeropropulsion and space propulsion and power test facilities. We are currently seeking Electronics Technician
Apprentices.

The ET Apprentice is an entry level position that will train under journeyman level technicians for a total of 8000 hours of on the job training
in order to complete requirements for the state of Ohio and NASA's Journeymanship program.

Training will include, but not limited to: Design, fabrication, assembly, repair and troubleshooting of research and development test hardware associated with electronic or electromechanical research applications.

Responsibilities

• Complete on the job training with experienced journeyman technicians for a total of 8,000 hours in order to complete requirements for the State of Ohio Apprenticeship Program that will include design, fabrication, assembly, repair and troubleshooting of research and development test hardware associated with mechanical, electrical or electronic research applications.

• Learn required technical skills to handle work assignments related to the operation and maintenance of unique research test facilities located at the NASA Glenn Research Center.

• May operate large mechanical tools such as a drill press, power hacksaw, band saw, shears, pipe threaders, brakes, rollers, lathes, and grinders. Operates small power tools including air wenches, drills, grinders, etc.

• Assists in the installation and operation of intricate research test packages in various test facilities.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled or have recently attended and successfully completed a two year accredited Technical College Program in Electronic Engineering Technology.

• Must be willing to complete 8,000 hours of on the job training as part of the requirements for the TFOME contract and the State of Ohio Apprenticeship Council.

• Ability to demonstrate competency over the course of the program in order to continue the apprenticeship program and on-going employment.

• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions from engineering or supervision.

• Must be self-motivated and a "Team Player" with good interpersonal and communication skills.

• Must be able to organize time and assignments to properly prioritize efforts for maximum effectiveness.

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EEO STATEMENT
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