Propulsion Fluids Technician I
Required skills
- Propulsion Fluids Technician
- flight hardware
- aerospace standards
- solvent cleaning
- abrasive cleaning
- ultrasonic cleaning
- passivation
- corrosion resistance
- material integrity
- personal protective equipment
Nice to have
- aerospace
- aviation
- manufacturing environment
- precision cleaning
- cleanroom operations
- hydraulic systems
Role summary
Firefly Aerospace is seeking a Propulsion Fluids Technician I, an entry-level role focused on supporting space vehicle hardware. Responsibilities include cleaning, inspecting, and pressure testing fluid system components using specialized processes and tools in a controlled environment. The role requires mechanical aptitude, the ability to interpret engineering documents, and experience with inspection tools. Preferred qualifications include experience in aerospace manufacturing, precision cleaning, and familiarity with fluid systems. This position is based in Austin, Texas, and requires adherence to strict aerospace standards and safety protocols.
ABOUT FIREFLY AEROSPACE
Firefly Aerospace is a space and defense technology company that enables our world to launch, land, and operate in space – anywhere, anytime. As the partner of choice for critical space missions, Firefly is the only commercial company to launch a satellite to orbit with 24-hour notice and the only company to achieve a successful Moon landing. Our launch vehicles, lunar landers, and orbital vehicles provide government and commercial customers with full mission services from low Earth orbit to the Moon and beyond. Headquartered in north Austin, Texas, Firefly is looking for passionate, hardworking innovators to join our team and help fuel our successful trajectory into space.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Propulsion Fluids Technicians at Firefly are hands-on specialists supporting the hardware that powers our vehicles to space. In this role, you'll clean, inspect, pressure test, and prepare flight components using processes like ultrasonic cleaning and passivation in a controlled environment. This is an entry-level role where you'll build real technical skills working with flight hardware to strict aerospace standards. If you're mechanically inclined, detail-oriented, and ready to get your hands on hardware that goes to space, we want to hear from you.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Cleaning & Passivation
Perform cleaning and passivation of flight hardware using solvent/chemical, abrasive, ultrasonic, and other approved methods in a controlled cleanroom environment
Execute passivation processes to ensure corrosion resistance and material integrity
Use personal protective equipment (PPE) properly and follow all hazardous material handling procedures
Pressure Testing
Perform hydrostatic and pneumatic proof and leak testing on fluid system components
Operate precision measurement and calibration tools including torque wrenches, micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and optical instruments
Verify acceptance criteria in alignment with engineering and quality requirements
Inspection & Verification
Conduct visual and borescope inspections to verify cleanliness and hardware integrity
Follow detailed work instructions, technical procedures, and engineering documentation
Identify, document, and report non-conformances, defects, and inspection discrepancies
Shop Standards & Safety
Maintain a clean, organized, and FOD-free work environment
Adhere to all safety protocols when working with chemicals, pressurized systems, and equipment
Safely handle and move large or sensitive hardware using overhead cranes, hoists, and lifting equipment
QUALIFICATIONS
Technical Skills — Required
Mechanical aptitude with at least 1 year of hands-on experience using basic hand tools in a production environment
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documents
Experience using inspection tools such as calipers and micrometers
Basic computer skills including Outlook, Teams, and web-based systems
Technical Skills — Preferred
3+ year of experience in aerospace, aviation, or a manufacturing environment
3+ year of experience with precision cleaning or cleanroom operations
Familiarity with hydraulic, pneumatic, or fluid systems
Experience with inspection methods including visual and borescope
Physical & Schedule Requirements
Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks
Frequent bending, lifting, climbing, and working in tight spaces
Able to climb ladders and stairs
Schedule flexibility required; ability to work nights, weekends, and overtime as needed
Firefly offers outstanding benefits for our employees, including generous health, dental and vision plans with low plan deductibles, parental leave, relocation benefits, educational reimbursement, short term disability, and flexible PTO options.
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Firefly Aerospace, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Firefly is governed based on 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.
