Spacecraft Hardware Technician

Spacecraft Hardware Technician

Requirements

• High School diploma, plus 2 years or more related experience.
• Mechanical aptitude and comfort working with hand tools and small assemblies.
• Familiarity with mechanical/electronic assemblies, cabling, and equipment maintenance.
• Ability to function effectively in a team environment and collaborate across departments.
• Basic math and general computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• U.S. Citizenship or Green Card holder required due to export control requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform assembly operations which may include parts/materials preparation, mechanical/electrical assembly, staking, torqueing and lift/moving operations.
• Knowledge of mechanical assembly, tuning/troubleshoot assemblies, alignment checks, perform calibration and part modification as directed.
• Interpret and work from engineering drawings, written or verbal instructions.
• Maintain electronic and paper documentation- build, inventory, reports, etc. in accordance with company policy.
• Provide test support ranging from build/test fixtures, small components, sub-assemblies to entire spacecraft.
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with composite components and precision mechanical assemblies.
• Familiarity with MES platforms and electronic documentation practices.
• Knowledge of metrology systems such as Romer Arm or other CMM tools.
• J-Standard Certification: IPC/WHMA-A-620.
• Experience with cleanroom practices, torque tools, and hardware integration in a flight environment.
• Background in high-reliability manufacturing environments.