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Avionics Technician (Opto-mechanical)
Job Location:
Job Location:
Redondo Beach, CA - USA
Hourly Salary:
USD 30 - 45
Hourly Salary:
Posted:
6 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
18 November 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
As an Avionics Technician (Opto-mechanical) at Impulse youll be responsible for assembling inspecting and reworking optical and opto-mechanical assemblies used in low-earth orbit and beyond. Your work will directly impact the reliability and mission success of our Mira and Helios spacecraft.
Responsibilities
Perform opto-mechanical and electromechanical assembly work.
Interpret and work from detailed engineering drawings wiring diagrams schematics and work instructions
Use optical metrology tools to check quality of optical assemblies.
Troubleshoot issues and rework optical assemblies.
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.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
4 years of experience with opto-mechanical assembly such as assembling and aligning lenses and mirrors.
4 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
Preferred Skills and Experience
2 years of experience operating centration machines and interferometers
2 years of experience with adhesives in a production environment
5 years of demonstrated experience working on opto-mechanical assemblies for space applications.
Electromechanical assembly experience
Cleanroom experience
Additional Information:
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.
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen lawful permanent resident of the U.S. protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen lawful permanent resident of the U.S. protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. 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.
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