Orion Thermal Protection System (Tps) Technician, Associate

ASRC Federal System Solutions (AFSS) is seeking a Thermal Protection System (TPS) Technician Associate to support Orion spacecraft processing operations at Kennedy Space Center.This role is primarily focused on soft goods TPS (MLI and thermal barriers) supporting fabrication, installation, and validation of flight hardware, with secondary responsibilities supporting hard goods TPS (tile systems).This position plays a key role in ensuring thermal protection integrity for crewed spaceflight, operating within a precision-driven ATLO environment.Roles and ResponsibilitiesMajor Focus- Soft Goods TPS (MLI / Thermal Barriers)

Fabricate, assemble, and install Multi-Layer Insulation (MLI) and thermal barrier systems for Orion flight hardwareSet up and operate industrial sewing machines for precision soft goods fabricationPerform and support thermal barrier bonding operationsReview and validate MLI and thermal barrier procedures, drawings, and work instructionsSupport on-vehicle and off-vehicle installation (Aeroshells, Hatches, Heatshield)Assist in development and execution of MLI/soft goods flow plans within the ATLO environment

Perform surface preparation and bonding operations in accordance with strict quality requirements

Minor Focus- Hard Goods TPS (Tile Systems) Heat Shield (Avcoat block Bonding)

Assist with tile installation, bonding, and repair activitiesSupport gap filler and closeout tile operationsAid in tile removal, reinstallation, and validation processesContribute to tile bond plan reviews and process validation efforts

Shared Responsibilities (Orion Processing Environment)

Work from engineering drawings, schematics, and work instructionsSupport instrumentation installation and integration activitiesUtilize standard aerospace assembly tools and materialsPerform modifications, rework, inspections, and quality testingMaintain strict adherence to cleanliness, contamination control, and flight hardware handling requirementsSupport production flow, risk reduction, and mission assurance effort

Basic Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent0-2 years of hands-on fabrication or technical experienceAbility to perform precision assembly and sewing/fabrication tasksMust be a U.S. CitizenAbility to work in a production and flight hardware environment

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with MLI, thermal barriers, or soft goods fabricationExperience operating industrial sewing equipmentFamiliarity with spacecraft processing or cleanroom environmentsExposure to TPS tile systems (secondary skillset)