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Manufacturing and Technician Space Jobs for Veterans
30 veteran-friendly space manufacturing and technician jobs are open today, in 8 states. Read every night from the employers' own job boards, each with its full posting and the pay it states.
Median posted pay $38.04/hr (6 jobs that state an hourly rate)Updated 7 Nov 2026, 11:17 UTC
Newest veteran-friendly space manufacturing and technician jobs
The newest 30 of 30, newest first; each state's page below lists every one in that state.
- Welder/Laser Operator - Robotic Welding“Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED. - 2+ years of experience in automated welding equipment - Experience in manufacturing, integration, or another relevant field. - Ability to interpret engineering models, ...”$26.59–$37.22/hr
- Clean Line Technician (III - Senior)“Safety and Continuous Improvement - Follow all company and facility requirements for ESD, FOD, cleanroom operations, chemical handling, lifting and handling, PPE, and hazardous materials. - Work safely around energized ...”$36–$50.50/hr
- Boilermaker“OR equivalent military experience ## PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE - Journey-level boilermaker card, NCCER Boilermaker, or equivalent credential - Experience fitting and welding power-plant exhaust duct, SCR or stack ...”
- Technician Spec - Level 3“At this level it is expected that you are learning yet capable of performing the assigned tasks with standard levels of direction and supervision. ## Summary of Key Duties for this position - Manufacture spacecraft, ...”$56,600–$105,000/yr
- Technician Sr Spec - Level 4“Must posess anACTIVE Top Secret Clearance. ## Summary of Key Duties for this position - Manufacture spacecraft, spacecraft subsystems, and flight hardware components and assemblies - Test spacecraft, spacecraft ...”$67,900–$126,100/yr
- Technician-Foundry II“Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for recurrence control - Operate various materials handling equipment including forklifts, overhead cranes, aerial lifts, flight vehicle and sub-assembly ...”$24.01–$35.22/hr
- Satellite Communications (SATCOM) Technician (onsite)“Candidate will be responsible for maintaining DoD 8140 certification for the full contract period. - Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior ...”$86,800–$165,200/yr
- Ironworker“OR equivalent military experience ## PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE - Journey-level ironworker card, NCCER Ironworker, or equivalent credential - Experience erecting pipe racks, equipment platforms, stack or boiler ...”
- SATCOM Technician - Ascension Island“Key Responsibilities - Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot satellite communication systems in alignment with MET training standards. - Conduct routine and emergency SATCOM maintenance, including RF subsystem, antenna ...”
- Aerospace Welding Specialist - Multiple Shifts (Evergreen) (Open)“Manual GTAW welding; and more. ## Special Mentions - Relocation provided - Shifts available: - B Shift (Mon - Thu 3:00pm - 1:30am) - C Shift (Fri - Sun 5:00am - 5:30pm) - D Shift (Fri - Sun 5:00pm - 5:30am) ## ...”
- Associate - Technician“We are responsible for setting up and operating a variety of CNC machines and equipment to produce accurate components enabling first article success on tight tolerance, high value parts. ## Minimum Qualifications - 1-3 ...”
- Manufacturing Expeditor 2/3“Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree. - No clearance required to start - Current/Active SCI Clearance - Metrology and/or Calibration (M&TE) experience - Aerospace and Defense industry ...”$47,200–$78,600/yr
- (Skillbridge) Manufacturing Technician (Level 2)DoD SkillBridge internship for service members$24.71–$41.15/hr
- Technician Spec“Experience in aviation operations, automotive repair, and/or relevant military experience.”$56,600–$105,000/yr
- Technician Sr“Experience in aviation operations, automotive repair, and/or relevant military experience.”$47,100–$87,500/yr
- Pipefitter“OR equivalent military experience ## PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE - Experience fitting and installing welded, flanged, grooved, and/or threaded pipe, including hangers and supports - Ability to use pipefitting hand ...”
- Manufacturing Technician (Level 2)“Government clearance of Secret or above - Familiar with Northrop Grumman Corporation processes. - Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office to supplement work order and other data requirements - Able to perform daily work in ...”
- (Skillbridge) Dimensional Calibration Technician 2DoD SkillBridge internship for service members$48,400–$80,600/yr
- Assembly & Integration Technician - D-shift“Passion for our mission and vision is required! ## Special Mentions - Relocation provided - Shifts available: D shift: 5PM – 5:30AM Friday - Sunday ## Responsibilities - Manufacture New Glenn Tanks according to written ...”
- Launch Integration Technician III“A strong background in production or maintenance of complex avionics systems such as in aviation is required. ## RESPONSIBILITIES - Follow complex assembly procedures and work instructions - Execute integration processes ...”
- Vehicle Integration Technician II“This role is located in Briggs, TX. ## RESPONSIBILITIES - Follow complex assembly procedures and work instructions - Execute integration processes - Stage, set up, assemble, test and install flight hardware including ...”
- Vehicle Integration Technician III“The role also includes travel to the launch site in order to supported integrated vehicle and launch pad operations. ## RESPONSIBILITIES - Follow complex assembly procedures and work instructions - Execute integration ...”
- (Skillbridge) – Engineering Technician – Electrical Ground Support EquipmentDoD SkillBridge internship for service members$62,700–$104,700/yr
- Principal Manufacturing Technician“Working cross-functionally with manufacturing, engineering, quality, production control, and supply chain teams, the Principal Manufacturing Technician supports manufacturing activities throughout the production ...”$46.24–$55.59/hr
- Manufacturing Technician II (2nd Shift)“Working cross-functionally with manufacturing, engineering, quality, production control, and supply chain teams, the Manufacturing Technician II supports manufacturing activities throughout the production lifecycle. ## ...”
- Senior Test Technician“Working cross-functionally with electrical, mechanical, RF, software, manufacturing, quality, and engineering support, the Senior Test Technician supports functional testing, system integration, environmental testing, ...”
- Senior Manufacturing Technician“Working cross-functionally with manufacturing, engineering, quality, production control, and supply chain teams, this role supports manufacturing activities throughout the production lifecycle. ## JOB DUTIES AND ...”$39.55–$46.74/hr
- Assembly Technician I“Working cross-functionally with manufacturing, engineering, quality, production control, and supply chain teams, this role supports manufacturing activities throughout the production lifecycle. ## JOB DUTIES AND ...”
- Technician Sr Spec“The SPP program area is part of LM Space's National Security Space (NSS) line of business. ## Summary of Key Duties for this position - Develop and manufacture high-value hardware components and assemblies - Test ...”$67,900–$126,100/yr
- Assembly & Integration Technician | All Shifts All Levels“Passion for our mission and vision is required! ## Shifts - A shift: 5am – 3:30pm Monday - Thursday - B shift: 3pm – 1:30am Monday - Thursday - C shift: 5am – 5:30pm Friday - Sunday ## Responsibilities - Manufacture ...”
Selected agencies hiring now
Sterling EngineeringEngineering and technical staffing agency
Engineering and technical staffing firm for manufacturers, aerospace suppliers among them.
Places: Mechanical, Technicians, Quality
Chipton-RossEngineering and technical staffing agency
Aerospace and defense engineering staffing firm with offices in El Segundo, Long Beach and Playa Del Rey, California, Charleston, Pascagoula and Newport News, placing engineers, designers and technicians on contract and direct hire.
Places: Mechanical, Avionics, Systems & Test, Technicians
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Frequently asked questions
How many veteran-friendly space manufacturing and technician jobs are open?
30 today, at 9 employers in 8 states, the most in Colorado (8), Texas (8), California (4). This page lists the newest 30; each state's page lists the state's own.
How much do veteran-friendly space manufacturing and technician jobs pay?
6 of them state an hourly rate, with a median of $38.04 an hour (the middle of each posted range). A SkillBridge intern keeps their military pay during the program.
Do these space manufacturing and technician jobs need a clearance?
Some do and say so in the posting; a clearance held from service often carries over, which many cleared roles value.
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