Facilities Maintenance Engineer

Title: Facilities Maintenance Engineer

Segment: Voyager - Defense & National Security

Location: San Diego, CA

Job Type: Full Time - 100% Onsite

Relocation Eligible: No

Company Description: Voyager is an innovative defense, national security and space technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space.

Position Description:

The Maintenance Technician supports the reliability and efficiency of critical equipment and infrastructure within an aerospace manufacturing facility. This role involves performing preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance on high-precision machinery, ensuring compliance with aerospace quality and safety standards. The technician works closely with production, engineering, and quality teams to minimize downtime and support uninterrupted operations

Responsibilities:

• Perform mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic maintenance and repairs on CNC machines, autoclaves, vacuum systems, hydraulic presses, ovens, and other aerospace production equipment.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions to identify root causes and implement effective repairs.
• Conduct scheduled preventive maintenance in accordance with OEM recommendations and aerospace regulatory requirements.
• Support calibration, alignment, and validation of critical tools and machines used in aerospace part fabrication and assembly.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities in CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System), ensuring traceability and compliance with AS9100 and FAA standards.
• Coordinate with engineering and quality departments for equipment modifications, upgrades, or non-conformance resolution.
• Ensure adherence to Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), PPE, and other safety protocols at all times.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including 5S, lean manufacturing, and equipment reliability programs.
• Respond to equipment emergencies promptly to minimize production disruptions.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required; technical certification or associate degree in industrial maintenance, mechatronics, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of maintenance experience in aerospace, defense, or precision manufacturing environments.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, electrical circuits, hydraulics, pneumatics, and programmable logic controllers (PLCs).
• Experience maintaining aerospace-specific equipment such as CNC machining centers, composite curing ovens, cleanroom facilities, or NDT equipment is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with AS9100, NADCAP, and FAA requirements.
• Proficient in reading technical drawings, electrical schematics, and equipment manuals.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience working with Fanuc, Siemens, or Mazak CNC systems.
• Understanding of cleanroom protocols and ESD-safe practices.
• Welding or fabrication experience is a plus.
• EPA 608 Certification for HVAC systems (if applicable).
• Ability to work independently or as part of a cross-functional team.
• Willingness to work off-shifts, weekends, or participate in on-call rotation as needed.

Salary Range: $60,000 - $85,000

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Voyager offers a comprehensive, total compensation package, which includes competitive salary, a discretionary annual bonus plan, paid time off (PTO), a comprehensive health benefit package, retirement savings, wellness program, and various other benefits. When you join our team, you're not just an employee; you become part of a dynamic community dedicated to innovation and excellence.

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.

Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice