Machine Shop Coordinator

Job ID: 6850
Date Posted: March 9, 2026

Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is looking to immediately hire a full-time employee to assist in maintaining our machine shop. The selected candidate will gain tremendous experience working in a machine shop and will be responsible for cleaning and deburring machined parts, operating a laser etching machine for part marking, lubricating equipment, performing minor maintenance, and ensuring an organized and clean work environment. They will assist machine shop personnel wherever needed.

Responsibilities:

• Operates and maintains the machine shop's laser etching machine for part marking
• May assist the Machine Shop Supervisor in establishing machine maintenance schedules and ordering and organizing shop supplies
• Maintains an organized and clean working environment in machine shop

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Basic computer skills

• Attention to detail and thoroughness
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to understand and follow important safety procedures
• Capable of reading and comprehending blueprints
• Self-sufficient and able to work without immediate supervision
• Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or other U.S. person

• Must be able to perform physical activities which require considerable use of arms, legs and moving entire body, such as climbing, lifting (approximately 50 lbs.), balancing, walking, stopping and handling of materials
• Ability to utilize hearing or reasonable accommodation to diagnose audible machine issues (i.e., pitch change, valve closure, end mil break, etc.)
• Ability to utilize visual acuity or reasonable accommodations and finger dexterity to work with small parts

Why Join SDL?
*SDL offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. Visit our Benefits Page to learn more about what we offer.

SDL delivers advanced multi-domain solutions to protect national security and enable scientific discovery. Our expertise in satellites, sensors and instruments, ground systems and data processing, and autonomous systems plays a critical role in missions supporting NASA and the Department of Defense. Join our team of engineers, scientists, technicians, and business professionals in our seventh decade of delivering mission success.

At SDL, we strive to uphold a culture of respect, collaboration, empowerment, and accountability. We listen with open minds, seek to understand diverse perspectives, and engage in thoughtful dialogue. We work together by sharing knowledge, involving others, and offering support. We trust and empower our team members to take ownership, act with integrity, and be accountable. Above all, we deliver on our commitments to each other and to our mission partners.

The application window for this position is expected to remain open for approximately 7 days; however, it may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. We encourage interested candidates to submit their applications promptly.

For questions, assistance, or accommodation with the application process or the DoD SkillBridge program, please contact employment@sdl.usu.edu.