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Varda Space Industries · 8 hours ago

Avionics Spacecraft Technician

positionEl Segundo, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level
money$27/hr - $30/hr
date5+ years exp

Varda Space Industries is accelerating the development of commercial space infrastructure, creating products and infrastructure needed for space to benefit life on Earth. The Avionics Spacecraft Technician is responsible for the fabrication, assembly, testing, and integration of electrical harnesses, ensuring systems meet engineering requirements.

AerospaceManufacturingProduct Design
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Responsibilities

Fabricate and install complex wire harnesses and cable assemblies using engineering drawings, schematics, and work instructions
Perform crimping, soldering, wire routing, shielding, and connector assembly to IPC/WHMA-A-620 and J-STD-001 standards
Conduct continuity, insulation resistance (IR), and high-pot (Hi-Pot) testing using automated or manual test equipment
Document test results, discrepancies, and corrective actions in accordance with quality assurance procedures
Support full system-level integration of avionics subsystems into spacecraft, mock-ups, or test benches
Work closely with engineers to troubleshoot and resolve integration issues
Verify fit, form, and function of assemblies through installation and functional testing
Support test readiness reviews, hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) setups, and environmental testing when applicable

Qualification

Electrical harness assemblyIPC/WHMA-A-620 certificationJ-STD-001 certificationAerospace experienceElectrical wiring diagramsTesting protocolsTechnical document interpretationSafety protocolsTeam collaborationProblem-solving skills

Required

High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or technical certificate in Electronics, Mechatronics, or related field preferred
5+ years of experience in aerospace or defense environments performing electrical harness build, assembly, or test
Proficient with electrical wiring diagrams, schematics, mechanical drawings, and bill of materials (BOMs)
Familiarity with tools such as multimeters, continuity testers, torque wrenches, wire strippers, and soldering irons
Strong understanding of ESD, FOD, and safety protocols in aerospace manufacturing
Must be able to read and interpret technical documents and work orders with minimal supervision

Preferred

IPC/WHMA-A-620 or J-STD-001 certification
Experience with NASA-STD-8739.4 or MIL-STD-8739 standards
Knowledge of aerospace platforms (e.g., satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, rotorcraft)
Experience with PLM systems (e.g., Windchill, Teamcenter) and MES/shop floor systems

Benefits

Exciting team of professionals at the top of their field working by your side
Equity in a fully funded space startup with potential for significant growth (interns excluded)
401(k) matching (interns excluded)
Unlimited PTO (interns excluded)
Health insurance, including Vision and Dental
Lunch and snacks provided on site every day. Dinners provided twice a week.
Maternity / Paternity leave (interns excluded)

Company

Varda Space Industries

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Low Earth orbit is open for business.
dateFounded in 2021
location
El Segundo, California, USA
people-size51-200 employees
web-link
http://varda.com

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$328.02M
Key Investors
Alumni VenturesCaffeinated CapitalKhosla Ventures
2025-07-10Series C· $187M
2024-12-19Series C
2024-04-05Series B· $90M

Leadership Team

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Will Bruey
Chief Executive Officer
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