Thermal Protection Systems (TPS) Technician

Description:
Chipton-Ross is seeking 11 Thermal Protection Systems (TPS) Technicians for a contract opportunity at Kennedy Space Center, FL.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
• The ideal candidate has experience in thermal protective systems application.
• Experience with primer mixing and applications.
• Thermal Protection Systems (TPS) foam application preferred
• Experience interpreting complex blueprints and process documents.
• Works on structures and systems using established drawings and requirements
• Ability to work with chemicals for applications on product
• Understands mixing ratios of chemicals and there application
• Able to work in tight space for extended periods of time

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
• Experience working on a NASA Program
• Experience in a clean room environment
• Manufacturing experience in human spaceflight, spaceflight, or aircraft hardware
• Experience and/or coursework in thermal protective systems

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be comfortable standing, bending down and crawling into confined spaces, must be able to lift 10+ lbs.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:
High school diploma or GED and typically 1 or more years' related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

WORK HOURS
FULL TIME/VARIABLE SHIFT; Must be able to work all shifts. Training will be 1st shift.

ADDITIONAL:
Applicants responding to this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements by currently possessing the ability to view classified government information.

This work assignment has been designated as "safety sensitive" by the Client. Contractors assigned to safety sensitive jobs at the Client site must first complete regulatory preplacement requirements prior to reporting to assignment. Additionally, contractors assigned to safety sensitive work will be subject to random drug and alcohol testing in accordance with federal mandates.
 
Job Number: 217156
Job Location: Kennedy Space Center, FL
Rate: Up to $39.72 DOE
Duration: 6 Months
Input Date: 04/04/2026
Last Updated: 04/13/2026
Firm Name: CHIPTON ROSS
Attention: Juan Saldarriaga
Address: 420 CULVER BLVD
City, State: PLAYA DEL REY, CA 90293
Phone: 310/414-7800 X286
800 Phone: 800/927-9318
Fax Phone: 310/414-7808
Email: jsaldarriaga@chiptonross.com
Website: www.chiptonross.com
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