Mechanisms Technician

Redondo Beach, CA - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 35 - 45

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Manufacturing

Job Summary

As a Mechanisms Technician at Impulse you will support the assembly integration test and maintenance of spacecraft mechanisms and mechanical subsystems. This role works hands-on with precision hardware that must perform reliably in launch and space environments following detailed procedures and strict quality standards.

Responsibilities

Assemble integrate and test spacecraft mechanisms including: hinges latches deployment systems actuators and release mechanisms
Follow detailed work instructions engineering drawings and procedures for flight and development hardware
Perform mechanical inspections torque verification alignment and fit checks
Support functional testing environmental testing and troubleshooting of mechanisms
Document build steps nonconformances and test results in manufacturing and quality systems
Maintain cleanliness and configuration control of flight hardware
Work closely with engineers quality and other technicians to resolve issues and improve processes
Support rework repair and root-cause investigations as needed

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalency certificate
Technical background in mechanical systems aerospace manufacturing or related field (trade school military or equivalent experience).
5 years of hands-on experience with precision mechanical assembly
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and GD&T as well as assembly procedures and specifications
Proficient with hand tools torque tools and measurement equipment (calipers micrometers torque wrenches)

Preferred Skills and Experience

8 years of hands-on experience with mechanisms/components working on aerospace spacecraft satellite launch vehicle or defense manufacturing
Familiarity with cleanroom or controlled assembly environments
4 years of hands-on experience with mechanism testing (functional deployment or life-cycle testing)
Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs as required
Willingness to work flexible hours overtime or shifts as needed to support program milestones

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 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 Spaces 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.

Required Experience:

As a Mechanisms Technician at Impulse you will support the assembly integration test and maintenance of spacecraft mechanisms and mechanical subsystems. This role works hands-on with precision hardware that must perform reliably in launch and space environments following detailed procedures and stri...

Responsibilities

Assemble integrate and test spacecraft mechanisms including: hinges latches deployment systems actuators and release mechanisms
Follow detailed work instructions engineering drawings and procedures for flight and development hardware
Perform mechanical inspections torque verification alignment and fit checks
Support functional testing environmental testing and troubleshooting of mechanisms
Document build steps nonconformances and test results in manufacturing and quality systems
Maintain cleanliness and configuration control of flight hardware
Work closely with engineers quality and other technicians to resolve issues and improve processes
Support rework repair and root-cause investigations as needed

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalency certificate
Technical background in mechanical systems aerospace manufacturing or related field (trade school military or equivalent experience).
5 years of hands-on experience with precision mechanical assembly
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and GD&T as well as assembly procedures and specifications
Proficient with hand tools torque tools and measurement equipment (calipers micrometers torque wrenches)

Preferred Skills and Experience

8 years of hands-on experience with mechanisms/components working on aerospace spacecraft satellite launch vehicle or defense manufacturing
Familiarity with cleanroom or controlled assembly environments
4 years of hands-on experience with mechanism testing (functional deployment or life-cycle testing)
Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs as required
Willingness to work flexible hours overtime or shifts as needed to support program milestones