Aerospace Integration Technician

Lever, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Stock options

Medical benefits (dental & vision)

Flex-Friday schedule

Unlimited PTO

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Venus Aerospace is seeking an Aerospace Integration Technician to support rapid R&D-to-production progression for next-generation propulsion systems. The role is hands-on, demanding, and ideal for engineers who thrive on fast iteration and building robust production foundations.

On-site in Houston, TX, you will assemble, align, and integrate propulsion hardware while refining build processes, troubleshooting across mechanical and electrical subsystems, and documenting deviations for continuous

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with precision machined propulsion components.
• Ability to interpret CAD drawings, schematics, and engineering work instructions.
• Familiarity with clean-build standards and aerospace-quality workmanship.
• Strong troubleshooting across mechanical, electrical, and fluid subsystems.
• Comfortable in an R&D environment where designs evolve rapidly and you help build repeatable production processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed assembly, alignment, and integration of propulsion system hardware including combustion components and instrumentation.
• Execute precision mechanical operations such as torquing, clocking, fixturing, and alignment verification.
• Assist in developing and maturing build processes by identifying workflow improvements and creating repeatable procedures.
• Integrate electrical harnessing, sensors, and instrumentation with attention to routing and shielding.
• Conduct system-level checkouts including leak checks, pressure checks, and instrumentation validation.
• Support test operations by preparing hardware, performing configuration changes, and troubleshooting issues.
• Document builds, capture deviations, and collaborate with engineering to refine designs and tolerances.
• Help establish best practices from prototype hardware to a stable production baseline.

Skills

Precision assembly

CAD interpretation

Precision measurement tools

Troubleshooting

R&D to production mindset

Safety mindset

Communication

Teach and share skills

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Borescopes

Dial indicators

Torque tools

Alignment instruments

Job description

Who We Are:
Venus Aerospace is revolutionizing rocket engine propulsion. With the first generational leap in rocket engine technology since Apollo, our proprietary Rotating Detonation Rocket Engine and Venus Detonation Ramjets deliver historic efficiency and performance across aerospace applications. We are building the next generation of propulsion platforms that enable breakthrough capabilities in space, defense, and commercial high-speed flight. Our team thrives on solving the toughest engineering challenges and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in aerospace. At Venus, we’re looking for bold engineers and innovators who want to make history and redefine the future of propulsion.

The Role:Aerospace Integration Technician

Venus Aerospace is looking for a highly skilled Aerospace Integration Technician to support our progression from R&D to scalable production of next‑generation propulsion systems. This role is hands‑on and technically demanding, ideal for someone who thrives in an environment that supports fast‑iteration and wants to help build the foundation of future production capabilities.

What You’ll Get To Do

• Perform detailed assembly, alignment, and integration of propulsion system hardware, including combustion components, fluid routing, and instrumentation
• Execute precision mechanical operations: torquing, clocking, fixturing, alignment verification, and critical-to-quality measurementsthroughoutthe build
• Assistindeveloping andmaturing build processes byidentifyingworkflow improvements, creating repeatable procedures, and supporting early production tooling and fixture development
• Integrate electrical harnessing, sensors, and instrumentation with careful attention to routing, shielding, and environmental constraints
• Conduct system-level checkouts including leak checks, continuity tests, pressure checks, and instrumentation validation
• Support test operations by preparing hardware, performing configuration changes, troubleshooting system issues, and ensuring integration integrity
• Document builds, capture deviations, and collaborate tightly with engineering to refine designs, tolerances, and manufacturability
• Helpestablishbest practices at Venus from prototype hardware install to a stable production baseline system

What You Have

• Hands‑on experience withprecision machined components(rocket engines,ICE engines, Jetenginesor the like. Valves andhigh‑pressure fluid systems, or similar)
• Ability to interpret complex CAD drawings, schematics, assembly models, fluid system diagrams, and engineering work instructions
• Skilled with precision tools: calipers, micrometers, height gauges, borescopes, dial indicators, torque tools, and alignment instruments
• Experience assembling and integrating fluid systems
• Familiarity with clean‑build standards, contamination control, and aerospace-quality mechanical workmanship
• Strong troubleshooting skills across mechanical, electrical, and fluid subsystems
• Comfortable in an R&D environment where designs evolve rapidly, andabilityto contribute to the creation of repeatable processes for production
• High attention to detail,strong communication, and a safety‑first mindset
• A strong desireto learn and teach hard earned skills

What Will Set You Apart

• Hands‑on experience assembling and integratingliquid‑propellant rocket enginesorpressure‑fed propulsion systems, including injectors, valves, manifolds, ignition hardware, and high‑pressure fluid plumbing
• Ability tovalidateprecision tolerances, torque specifications, flange alignment, seal interfaces, and pressure‑rated fittingsduring propulsion hardware build‑up
• Strong troubleshooting skills usingleak‑check signatures, pressure‑flow data, instrumentation readings, electrical continuity results, and mechanical alignment measurementstoidentifyroot causes across propulsion subsystems
• Experience developing or refiningassembly sequences, QC checkpoints, torque patterns, contamination‑control steps, and test‑readiness proceduresfor propulsion hardware
• Familiarity designing or improvingtooling and fixturesfor propulsion assembly, such as alignment jigs, routing guides, leak‑check adapters, and fixturing for injector or manifold installations
• Comfortable integratingharnessing, sensors, ignition systems, and test instrumentationwith proper shielding, routing, connector clocking, and thermal‑protection considerations
• Ability to support early‑stage propulsion development by documentingas‑built configurations, deviations, configuration changes, and test‑driven design feedback
• Experience working withtight‑tolerance, prototype propulsion hardwarewhere precision fit‑up, cleanliness, proper torque, and controlled routing are critical to hot‑fire success

Location:

On-site in Houston, TX

Benefits:

Venus Aerospace employee benefits include a 401(k) plan, stock options, and medical benefits, including dental and vision. We have a flex-Friday flexible schedule, unlimited PTO, and receive professional development opportunities.

ITAR Requirements

This position involves access to technology that is subject to U.S. export controls. Any job offer made will be contingent upon the applicant’s capacity to serve in compliance with U.S. export controls. To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be able to meet ITAR requirements (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). You can learn more about ITAR here.

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