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Impulse Space · 3 weeks ago

Spacecraft Integration Technician

Redondo Beach, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$35/hr - $45/hr

5+ years exp

Impulse Space is a company focused on manufacturing spacecraft and is seeking a Spacecraft Integration Technician to join their team. The role involves final assembly, integration, and testing of flight hardware, requiring hands-on operations and collaboration with engineers to ensure efficient production processes.

AerospaceManufacturingSpace Travel

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Assemble, install, and test flight-ready hardware

Use precision calibrated tools – torque wrenches, micrometers and calipers

Hands on operations with sub-assemblies

Read and interpret technical drawings, and follow detailed work instructions

Perform work according to procedures, specifications, and test instructions; sometimes in an ambiguous environment

Use various mechanical tools without instruction

Collaborate with manufacturing & design engineers to develop and document activities/procedures

Ensure all production services are performed on time, safely and in a professional manner

Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment

Qualification

Hardware assembly experienceTechnical drawing interpretationCalibrated tooling proficiencyEnvironmental testing experienceCAD software experienceFAA Airframe licenseWillingness to learnTeam collaborationEffective communication

Required

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

5+ years of experience in hardware assembly, test, and/or installation of flight hardware

Skill in operating and manipulating machinery and various hand and power tools requiring manual dexterity

A demonstrated ability in reading/understanding technical drawings, manuals and reports

Demonstrated experience working in ESD sensitive integration facilities

Experience mating/de-mating/handling of flight and non-flight cables and harness

Demonstrated experience using calibrated tooling (torque wrenches, precision measuring instruments, etc.)

Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment

Proficient with computers and the ability to use MS Office and Manufacturing Execution Software (Ion, Manufacturo, or other)

Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) with engineering and production

Ability to work effectively in a team environment

Demonstrated willingness to learn

Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime, and/or weekends as needed

Must be able to lift at least 25 lbs. unassisted

Must be able to climb ladders and be comfortable working in tight spaces

Limited travel may be required (approximately 10%)

Preferred

8+ years' of demonstrated experience performing final assembly on rockets, spacecraft or satellites, or complicated spacecraft or rocket sub-assemblies

Experience with environmental testing (System Pressure, Thermal Vacuum, Thermal Cycle, Vibe, Shock, Acoustics), including operating associated test equipment

Experience with CAD Software (NX, SolidWorks, Catia, etc)

Demonstrated knowledge and experience with pressure, temperature and flow measurement devices, mechanical and electrical systems, and propulsion engines

FAA Airframe and PowerPlant license

Experience in fast-paced production environment with flight hardware

Knowledge of pressure, temperature and flow measurement devices, mechanical and electrical systems, and propulsion engines