Maintenance Mechanic

Terran Orbital is seeking an experienced Maintenance Mechanic  to join our dynamic team. Reporting to the Sr. Facilities Operations Manager, the Maintenance Mechanic will join our dynamic Facilities Operations team. Reporting to the Facilities Manager, this role supports the upkeep, reliability, and performance of building systems, production equipment, and specialized aerospace support infrastructure. The Maintenance Technician will perform preventive and corrective maintenance across HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical systems, and critical facility equipment used in cleanroom and production environments.

• →Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and repairs on HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and general building systems.
• →Service and troubleshoot specialty equipment, including air compressors, vacuum systems, and environmental test units.
• →Follow cleanroom, lab, and production protocols while conducting maintenance activities.
• →Create, prioritize, and close work orders; maintain accurate logs, inspection reports, and compliance documentation.
• →Coordinate with vendors and contractors, verify completion of work, and ensure adherence to safety and facility standards.
• →Support production floor operations by minimizing downtime and maintaining safe operating conditions.
• →Conduct routine facility and equipment inspections, identify hazards, and recommend corrective actions.
• →Participate in facility audits, maintenance reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• High school diploma/GED required; technical training or certifications in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, or facilities maintenance preferred.
• Hands‑on experience with building systems, mechanical equipment, and basic electrical and plumbing repairs.
• Ability to read schematics, blueprints, and equipment manuals; proficient with standard and specialty hand/power tools.
• Strong understanding of safety practices including LOTO, PPE, and OSHA/EPA guidelines.
• Effective communication skills, including documenting work orders and interacting with vendors and internal teams.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving abilities across multiple trades.
• Experience using CMMS or related maintenance/work order software.
• Physical ability to lift ≥ 50 lbs, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces or cleanroom environments as needed.
• Possess and maintain a citation-free driving record, demonstrating responsible and safe driving practices; this will be verified through a Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) review and is required to be upheld throughout employment.
• Security clearance eligibility and additional certifications (EPA Universal, OSHA 10, etc.) are a plus.

Terran Orbital is a leading manufacturer of satellite products primarily serving the aerospace and defense industries. Terran Orbital provides end-to-end satellite solutions by combining satellite design, production, launch planning, mission operations, and on-orbit support to meet the needs of the most demanding military, civil, and commercial customers. Learn more at www.terranorbital.com

An employee must meet the physical demands described to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. In performing the duties of this job, the employee is routinely required to sit or stand for long durations of time, in addition to bending, reaching, and walking. This would require the ability to lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. This position is generally sedentary, with substantial computer usage.

The job operates in a professional office environment but in a manufacturing company. This job routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and scanners.

To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, the applicant 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. In addition, please note that this position may require a current United States National Security clearance or eligibility for such a clearance.

Terran Orbital is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law.

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at hr@terranorbital.com.

Terran Orbital does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. To conduct business with Terran Orbital, a Master Services Agreement (MSA) must be executed and confirmed prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed MSA, Terran Orbital shall not be responsible to any individual or entity for any payment relating to any form of fee or compensation.

And, in the event that a resume or candidate is submitted by a recruiter, an employment agency, or a staffing firm without a fully executed MSA, Terran Orbital has the unrestricted right to pursue and hire any of those candidate(s) without any legal or financial responsibility to the recruiter, agency, and/or firm.