Aerospace Mechanical Technician II: Flight Hardware

Sierra Space Corporation; Louisville (CO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) with 150% match up to 6%

3 weeks paid time off

Life insurance

Job summary

Sierra Space Corporation in Colorado is seeking a Mechanical Technician II responsible for assembling, testing, and maintaining complex mechanical systems and flight hardware. You will work with engineers and senior technicians to ensure precision, safety, and quality, performing soldering, calibration, and fabrication tasks as needed.

The role requires 2+ years in a mechanical/mfg environment, familiarity with shop practices, and the ability to interpret blueprints and troubleshoot.

Qualifications

• Typically 2+ years in a mechanical or manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with PPE and shop safety requirements.
• Ability to setup and maintain intermediate equipment.
• Proficiency in precision cleaning.
• Knowledge of 5S, FOD, and ESD awareness.
• Ability to verify and troubleshoot own work.
• Strong skills in soldering, harness routing, inspection and fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, test, and maintain complex mechanical systems.
• Work with engineers and senior technicians to ensure flight hardware quality.
• Perform precision drilling, bonding, and soldering as required.
• Translate blueprints into assemblies and inspect components for tolerances.
• Follow 5S, FOD and ESD protocols; lift up to 50 lbs; work in restrictive spaces.
• Collaborate with team to meet production goals.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Soldering

Harness routing

Inspection

Precision drilling

Troubleshooting

Hand tools

Power tools

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Calibrated tools

Job description

Sierra Space Corporation in Colorado is seeking a Mechanical Technician II responsible for assembling, testing, and maintaining complex mechanical systems and flight hardware. You will work with engineers and senior technicians to ensure precision, safety, and quality, performing soldering, calibration, and fabrication tasks as needed.

The role requires 2+ years in a mechanical/mfg environment, familiarity with shop practices, and the ability to interpret blueprints and troubleshoot.