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Avionics Technician (Electromechanical Assembly)

Impulse Space logoImpulse Space$25–$45/hrRedondo Beach, CaliforniaFull TimeAdded 1d ago
  • US citizenship
  • ITAR / US person

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About the job

As an Avionics Technician (Manufacturing) at Impulse, you’ll be responsible for the precision assembly, inspection, and documentation of high-reliability avionics assemblies used in low-earth orbit and beyond. Your work will directly impact the reliability and mission success of our Mira and Helios spacecraft.

This role is designed for individuals seeking hands-on experience in aerospace manufacturing while developing technical skills, process discipline, and an understanding of quality and safety standards. ## Responsibilities - Perform electromechanical assembly work. Perform precision fitting, torquing, sealing, and alignment of components.

Setting up Torque tools, 2nd party verify when necessary - Performs full mechanical and electrical assembly involving PCBs, including fastening, torquing, harness routing, connector installation, and adhesive application.

Clean, prep, and handle parts in accordance with aerospace cleanliness standards - Interpret and work from detailed engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, and work instructions - Identify, document, and communicate non-conformances or build issues - Work with manufacturing engineers to improve assembly rate and efficiency - Collaborate with engineers and quality assurance on issue resolution, process improvements, and documentation updates - Record build data and ensure traceability of parts and workmanship per aerospace standards. - Uses drawings, Bills of Materials (BOMs), work instructions, and torque specifications to verify correct parts and configurations ## Minimum Qualifications - High school diploma or equivalency certificate - 2+ years of experience with electromechanical assembly - 2+ years of experience in a production environment, e.g. in aerospace, automotive, consumer electronics, etc. - Attention to detail - Excellent communication (written and verbal) and teamwork skills - Proficiency with hand tools, torque tools, calipers, micrometers, and basic measurement equipment ## Preferred Skills and Experience - 5+ years of demonstrated experience working on electromechanical assemblies for space applications - 2+ years of experience with adhesives in a production environment - Cleanroom experience - Experience with Manufacturo - Conducts basic continuity, fit, alignment, and functional checks to identify common build defects ## Additional Information Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data.

Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan.

Impulse Space’s spacecraft manufacturing business is subject to U.S. export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). This position requires applicants to be either U.S.

Persons (i.e., U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent U.S. resident (green card holder), an individual granted asylum in the U.S., or an individual admitted in U.S. refugee status) or persons eligible to obtain an export license from the U.S. Departments of State, Commerce, or other applicable U.S. government agencies. Learn more about the ITAR here .

Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Impulse Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

From Impulse Space's job posting, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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Transfer vehicles that carry satellites past the orbit their rocket leaves them in.

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