Aerospace Solar Array Technician

Speedrun Talent Network; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Healthcare

PTO

401(k)

Parental leave

Lunch provided

Snacks

Job summary

Apex is seeking a Solar Technician to support the assembly, integration, and testing of solar array systems for our spacecraft platforms. In this hands-on role, you will work closely with engineering and production teams to build high-quality, flight-ready hardware while supporting Apex's mission to manufacture spacecraft at scale.

This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in manufacturing in aerospace, automotive, or solar industries, possesses high attention to detail, and has

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in mechanical assembly, manufacturing, integration, or production environments.
• Experience assembling precision mechanical or electromechanical hardware.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, assembly instructions, and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform assembly, integration, and testing of spacecraft solar array systems and hardware.
• Assemble precision mechanical components using drawings and work instructions.
• Install and integrate solar panels, deployment mechanisms, hinges, brackets, fasteners, and associated components.
• Operate and maintain automated manufacturing equipment.
• Inspect completed assemblies for conformance to specifications and workmanship requirements.
• Identify, document, and troubleshoot assembly issues and nonconformances.
• Collaborate with engineers, quality inspectors, and technicians to resolve production issues.
• Maintain build records and production data.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Reading engineering drawings

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Tools

Hand tools

Torque tools

Measurement equipment

Precision fixtures

Job description

Apex is seeking a Solar Technician to support the assembly, integration, and testing of solar array systems for our spacecraft platforms. In this hands-on role, you will work closely with engineering and production teams to build high-quality, flight-ready hardware while supporting Apex's mission to manufacture spacecraft at scale.

This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in manufacturing in aerospace, automotive, or solar industries, possesses high attention to detail, and has