Maintenance Technician (m/f/d)
About this role
Mission Brief As a Maintenance Technician at our rocket engine test site in Kiruna, you will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and reliability of the test facility infrastructure. This includes fluid systems, piping networks, valves, ground support equipment, and mechanical facility systems that enable safe and efficient propulsion testing.
Your Role in Our Space Mission:
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on facility systems, including piping, valves, pressure systems, mechanical equipment, and ground support infrastructure. • Troubleshoot mechanical and fluid system issues to maximize facility availability and test readiness. • Install, modify, and commission facility systems and test support equipment required for test campaigns. • Execute rigging, lifting, and installation activities associated with facility upgrades and test preparations. • Support pressure testing, leak checks, commissioning, and operational readiness activities. • Assist engineers with facility modifications, improvements, and infrastructure upgrades. • Maintain maintenance records, inspection reports, calibration documentation, and work instructions. • Ensure compliance with operational procedures, safety standards, and regulatory requirements. • Proactively propose improvements to increase facility reliability, maintainability, and operational efficiency. • Support test article integration and AIT activities when required by operational priorities.
Qualification Checklist
• At least 3 years of experience in industrial maintenance, mechanical systems, process facilities, or similar environments. • Strong experience with piping systems, valves, pumps, pressure systems, and mechanical equipment. • Experience performing troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs on industrial infrastructure. • Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, technical drawings, schematics, and maintenance procedures. • Experience with rigging, lifting operations, and mechanical installations. • Strong mechanical aptitude and proficiency with tools, measurement instruments, and maintenance equipment. • Safety-conscious mindset and ability to work in hazardous environments. • Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with engineers and technicians. • Fluent in English, both spoken and written
Bonus Skills
• Experience with cryogenic, high-pressure gas, or propulsion test facilities. • Welding, pipefitting, hydraulic, or pneumatic system experience. • Crane, forklift, or rigging certifications. • Experience in a development test environment. • Relevant technical education, certifications, or trade qualifications.