Turion Space · 2 weeks ago
Senior AIT Technician
Irvine, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$35/hr - $45/hr
5+ years expTurion Space is building spacecraft to secure Earth and expand humanity’s reach beyond it. As a Senior Assembly Integration and Test (AIT) Technician, you will build and qualify satellites for launch, collaborating closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver reliable flight hardware.
AerospaceInformation TechnologyManufacturingSpace Travel
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Space Vehicle Assembly & Integration: Assemble space vehicles and their associated modules including payloads, guidance, communication, power, and propulsion systems, ensuring that all mechanical, electrical, and electronic subsystems are correctly integrated per applicable technical documentation and process requirements
Testing: Execute mechanical, electrical, and electronic system and subsystem level qualification, acceptance, and verification tests, performed under simulated operational conditions, in collaboration with engineering and manufacturing teams. Conduct testing on prototype hardware independently, with limited guidance from engineering staff. Testing shall include functional, environmental, and vibration response
Quality Assurance: Rigorously enforce quality standards to ensure product meets or exceeds all safety and performance criteria and record all pertinent data. Maintain and assist in the configuration of new product workcells, toolrooms, and prototyping areas. Support incoming part inspection, cleaning and kitting functions
Troubleshooting: Provide technical support to resolve production issues, including equipment malfunctions, process deviations, and quality deviations
Collaboration: Work with design engineers early in the development process to provide feedback on manufacturability of designs and ease of assembly
Documentation: Prepare, review and annotate work instructions & procedures in compliance with company and industry standards. Maintain detailed records of assembly and testing processes in partnership with the quality, engineering, and inventory control teams
Space Vehicle Delivery & Transportation Support: Participate in transport of space vehicles and integration with launch vehicle
Qualification
Required
Applicable associate degree or trade school certificate
5+ years of experience assembling and testing complex electro-mechanical equipment in a manufacturing setting
Experience reading and following mechanical designs, blueprints, bill of materials, assembly procedures or other work instructions
Demonstrated experience proactively communicating production issues
Ability and willingness to sometimes work weekend and evenings as needed to achieve launch target goals
High attention to detail with a strong focus on compliance and safety
Able to obtain and maintain a Secret or TS/SCI clearance
Preferred
Aerospace industry experience
Cleanroom and ESD sensitive component experience is highly desirable
Precision measuring instrument and machining processes familiarity
AS9100 quality system familiarity
Vibration table, thermal vacuum chamber or related test equipment familiarity
Proven ability to document and present technical information clearly
Benefits
Equity: Receive equity in Turion Space, letting you benefit from the company's success
Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their dependents.
Retirement Plans: Access to a 401(k) plan to help you plan for your future.
Paid Time Off: Generous vacation days, personal days, sick days, and holidays to ensure you have time to recharge.
Professional Development: Opportunities for ongoing training, workshops, and courses to advance your skills and career growth.
Team Building Activities: Regular social events, team outings, and company-sponsored activities to foster a positive work environment.
Company
Turion Space
Turion Space designs, builds, and operates DROID satellites to address pressing national security needs.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$27.82MKey Investors
Veteran Ventures Capital
2024-12-02Series A· $20M
2022-03-01Seed· $1.5M
2021-09-01Seed· $6.2M
Leadership Team
P
Patryk Wiatr
Co-Founder & CIO
T
Tyler James Pierce
Co-Founder, President
Recent News
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