Jobs UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO BOULDER

LASP at the University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest research institutes at the University of Colorado Boulder. With a focus on solar, stellar, space plasma, atmospheric and planetary sciences, LASP employs both experimental and theoretical approaches to answer key science questions. Since its inception in 1948, LASP has developed, operated, and analyzed the data from scientific instrumentation for solar science, Earth atmospheric, planetary, deep-space, and Earth-orbiting spacecraft missions investigating the Sun, all eight planets, Pluto, and beyond. The progressive development of research capabilities and the use of innovative technologies in pursuit of emerging research initiatives ensures a continued leadership role for LASP in today’s growing “new space” era.

• Performs complicated polymeric operations on non-flight and flight boards using standard polymeric operations such as mixing, surface prep, masking, staking, bonding, potting, conformal coating, encapsulation, and cleaning.  Works from verbal and written instructions provided by Cog E. Performs rework as required.
• Provides technical solutions to a wide range of problems. Advises and participates in assembly design in collaboration with the Engineer.
• Must be able to handle detailed and organized record keeping.
• Most work occurs independently. Determines and develops approach to solutions.  Works under general direction from supervisor. Receives constructive criticism when necessary and works to improve process based on this information. Communicates with supervisor concerning needs for area, updates on job, or overtime required to complete a job.
• Demonstrates willingness to share skills and techniques with other production staff.  Collaboration with coworkers is a key aspect to this job position.
• Complete understanding of technical concepts and standards related to field of work. General knowledge of other related disciplines. Work rarely requires rework after QA inspection.
• Will be cross trained to perform tasks in other production areas such as electrical assembly, mechanical assembly or the machine shop.
• Able to obtain and maintain NASA and IPC certifications as specified by LASP Programs.
• Completes work by agreed upon dates that directly affect programs schedule. Provides reliable estimates for completion of work.
• Helps maintain lab cleanliness, efficiency, safety guidelines, and calibration of equipment. Helps identify supplies needing to be ordered for lab area.

• Due to Export Control Restrictions, only US Citizens and Permanent Residents may apply.

• Technical or engineering degree. Trade of experience for a degree may be accepted.
• 5 years’ experience working in a Production related job.

• Certified to required NASA and IPC Standards as specified by LASP programs. (for polymerics work NASA 8739.4 for electrical assembly work IPC J-Std-0001).
• 5-8 years or more experience in Polymeric operations.
• Knowledgeable and some training in one or several other areas including electrical assembly, machining, metrology and Mechanical Assembly.
• Experience handling and bonding optics.
• Experience with a paint gun and working in a paint booth.