Northwood · 5 months ago
Electro-Mechanical Integration Technician
Northwood is on a mission to transform connectivity between earth and space through innovations in space communications technologies. They are seeking a skilled Integration Technician responsible for integrating, assembling, and testing electronic and mechanical components for phased array ground station antennas and related systems.
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Responsibilities
Perform electronics integration, including assembling and connecting phased array antenna systems and components according to technical specifications and engineering drawings
Conduct PCB rework and component-level soldering, ensuring proper connections and functionality
Fabricate and integrate electrical harnesses and cables
Assemble antenna mechanical support structures
Execute and support testing of subsystems and full arrays, including RF testing and troubleshooting, using tools like spectrum analyzers and network analyzers
Assist with the configuration and setup of test equipment to verify electronic systems’ performance
Maintain detailed documentation of work, including test procedures, results, and any issues encountered during integration and testing
Collaborate closely with engineering teams, providing feedback and supporting design iterations for optimal integration
Adhere to industry best practices, safety protocols, and quality standards in all integration and testing activities
Qualification
Required
3+ years of experience building electro-mechanical systems and/or wire harness fabrication and integration
Familiarity with electrical harness fabrication and integration, including cable routing and connector assembly
Strong ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and assembly instructions
Preferred
2+ years of experience using electronics test equipment (multimeters, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, etc.)
Experience in the integration of avionics or RF systems, particularly in aerospace, defense, or communications sectors
Experience in using hand and power tools
Basic understanding of electronics principles
Company
Northwood
Northwood was founded by Bridgit Mendler, Griffin Cleverly, and Shaurya Luthra with the mission to expand access to space by transforming satellite backhaul infrastructure.
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$36.4MKey Investors
Harvard Innovation Labs
2025-04-22Series A· $30M
2024-02-19Seed· $6.3M
2023-02-08Grant· $0.1M
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