Mechanical Engineering Technician

OverviewSierra Lobo, offers customers a full range of professional and technical capabilities, including Test and Evaluation, Systems Engineering, and Advanced Technologies. We also develop products and processes related to Cryogenic Fluid and Thermal Management Systems, Densified Propellant Management Systems, and Prototype Extreme Pressure and Temperature Systems. Our customers include the Department of Defense (DoD), the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, U.S. Army, Missile Defense Agency (MDA), and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).This position will be located at NASAs Langley Research Center.EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/VeteranResponsibilitiesPressure re-certification technicians perform routine inspections on process piping systems and ground based pressurevessels based on government inspection standards and criteria. Additional job requirements and position responsibilitiesinclude: Perform routine inspections of process piping and ground based pressure vessels based on government standards and criteria from national consensus codes such as the Process Piping Code ASME B31.3 and the Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC) Perform nondestructive testing (NDT) including visual inspection (VT) and taking thickness measurements with UTT equipment Create inspection reports that are submitted to client facilities Perform field verification of system components and develop and/or update documentation of pressure systems. Types of documentation include inspection plans, isometric drawings, and weld maps Perform research of pressurized components for verification of pressure rating. Includes working with manufacturers/vendors and documenting communications in a contact report Upkeep of electronic database with pressure systems informationQualificationsU.S. Citizenship required. Two (2) years of college with courses in computer science, mathematics, or other related engineering courses, plus two (2) years of related engineering experience for a total of 4 years with some expertise in formulating data for presentation. Additional relevant education may be substituted for a portion of the experience. ASNT Level II certification and/or experience with NDE/NDT processes such as VT, MT, PT, UT, is a plus but not required Experience with ultrasonic thickness testing (UTT) is a plus, but not required Knowledge of piping and piping components is a plus, but not required Drafting experience is a plus, but not required Candidate must have excellent communication skills and writing skills. Must be able to multitask.

Created: 2025-10-04