Apprentice Technician

Trueanomalyinc; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Job summary

True Anomaly in Long Beach, CA is seeking an Apprentice Technician to support spacecraft production, assembly, integration and testing. This entry‑level role offers hands‑on training, mentorship, and cross‑functional exposure to grow into a skilled spacecraft technician.

You will learn to read drawings, use hand and power tools, follow procedures, and contribute to safety, quality, and documentation while supporting production priorities in a fully onsite environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 0–1 year of manufacturing, mechanical, technical, aerospace, electronics, or similar hands‑on experience.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
• Comfort working with hand tools, power tools, and measuring equipment.
• Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality.
• Reliable, team‑oriented, and willing to take on new responsibilities.
• Ability to lift 25 pounds and work in constrained spaces.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical Assembly and Integration: support the assembly and integration of spacecraft structures, components, mechanisms, panels, brackets, fasteners, and flight hardware. Assist with installation/removal under guidance.
• Basic Mechanical Operations: perform fastening, torquing, taping, hardware installation, part preparation, and other basic tasks after training.
• Test Support: assist with spacecraft and component test setup and execution, including functional and environmental testing and fixture installation.
• Tools and Documentation: learn to safely use hand tools, power tools, torque tools, measuring equipment, and production equipment. Read and follow drawings, work instructions, procedures, and manufacturing documentation.
• Shop and Material Support: support hardware movement, material handling, tool control, shop organization, inventory activities, and general production needs.
• Safety and Quality: follow FOD, ESD, cleanliness, hardware-handling, PPE, and shop safety requirements. Document completed work and communicate discrepancies.
• Cross-Training: develop skills across mechanical production, spacecraft integration, and test.

Skills

Basic mechanical aptitude

Willingness to learn

Reading drawings

Hand & power tools

Safety awareness

Team player

Physical ability

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Space is a warfighting domain. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it.

OUR MISSION

True Anomaly delivers decisive capabilities for space superiority. We build autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors — enabling the U.S. and its Allies to secure the space environment and counter threats from the ultimate high ground.

OUR VALUES

• Be the offset.We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity.
• What would it take?We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results.
• It’s the people.Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together.

YOUR MISSION

As an Apprentice Technician, you will support spacecraft production, mechanical assembly, integration, and testing while developing the skills needed to become a well- rounded spacecraft technician. This entry-level role is designed for individuals with limited industry experience who are eager to learn through hands-on training, mentorship, and cross-functional exposure.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Mechanical Assembly and Integration: Support the assembly and integration of spacecraft structures, components, mechanisms, panels, brackets, fasteners, and flight hardware. Assist with the installation and removal of components under the guidance of experienced technicians.
• Basic Mechanical Operations: Perform fastening, torquing, taping, hardware installation, part preparation, and other basic mechanical tasks after appropriate training.
• Test Support: Assist with spacecraft and component test setup and execution, including functional and environmental testing, fixture installation, test equipment setup, and post-test activities.
• Tools and Documentation: Learn to safely use hand tools, power tools, torque tools, measuring equipment, and production equipment. Read and follow drawings, work instructions, procedures, and manufacturing documentation.
• Shop and Material Support: Support hardware movement, material handling, tool control, shop organization, inventory activities, and general production needs.
• Safety and Quality: Follow FOD, ESD, cleanliness, hardware-handling, personal protective equipment, and shop safety requirements. Document completed work and communicate discrepancies or concerns to technicians, leads, engineers, and management.
• Cross-Training: Develop skills across mechanical production, spacecraft integration, and test. Flex between work areas as production priorities and program needs change.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 0–1 year of manufacturing, mechanical, technical, automotive, aerospace, aviation, electronics, or similar hands‑on experience.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
• Comfort working with hand tools, power tools, and measuring equipment.
• Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality.
• Reliable, team‑oriented, and willing to take on new responsibilities.
• Ability to work across multiple areas of a production shop.
• Ability to lift 25 pounds and work in and around constrained or confined spaces.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Trade school, technical school, apprenticeship, or relevant technical training.
• Experience or coursework in manufacturing, mechanical systems, automotive, aviation, aerospace, electronics, machining, or a related field.
• Exposure to engineering drawings, work instructions, torque tools, calipers, gauges, or other measurement equipment.
• Previous experience in manufacturing, production, maintenance, laboratory, or technical environment.

COMPENSATION

• Base Salary:
  • Apprentice Technician: $24-33/hr
  • *this position is non-exempt and is eligible for overtime
• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work Location—this a fully onsite position based out of our Long Beach, CA office.
• Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
• Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled.

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.

True Anomaly is committed to equal employment opportunity on any basis protected by applicable state and federal laws. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us.