Avionics R&D Technician (III or Senior)

Menlo Ventures; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 128,943,360 - 200,578,560; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

HRA/HSA options

PTO and paid holidays

401K

Parental Leave

Job summary

True Anomaly is seeking a technician to build our new generation of Spacecraft. You will work across the Spacecraft build, factory setup, and operations, contributing to assembly, test, and integration efforts at our Long Beach site.

The role requires a technical degree, 2+ years in spacecraft assembly, and a proven ability to work autonomously within a multidisciplinary team, following strict cleanroom and process controls.

Qualifications

• Technical degree or certification in a relevant field.
• 2+ years of professional experience in spacecraft or space products assembly.
• Excellence in assembly and integration.
• Proficiency in reading drawings, process sheets, and instructions.
• Experience with ESD, FOD and cleanroom operations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs and work in a cleanroom environment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and test Spacecraft harnesses per engineering drawings and direction.
• Assist with the setup and execution of Thermal Vacuum chambers and vibe facilities.
• Ensure processes and cleanroom protocols are followed by all personnel.
• Own the product build from piece parts to full assemblies.
• Execute anomaly dispositions from engineering.

Skills

Assembly expertise

Reading drawings

Cleanroom operations

Clear communication

Autonomous work

Team collaboration

Education

Technical degree or certification in relevant field

Job description

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

True Anomaly is looking for a technician to build our new generation of Spacecraft. In this role you will work all aspects of the Spacecraft build, factory setup and operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assemble and test Spacecraft harnesses per engineering drawings and direction.
• Assist with the setup and execution of Thermal Vacuum chambers and vibe facilities.
• Ensure processes and cleanroom protocols are followed by all personnel.
• Own the product build from piece parts to full assemblies.
• Execute anomaly dispositions from engineering.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Technical degree or certification in relevant field.
• 2+ years of professional experience in spacecraft or space products assembly.
• Demonstrated excellence in assembly and integration.
• Proficiency in reading drawings, process sheets, instructions.
• Experience with ESD, FOD, cleanroom operations.
• Experience with spacecraft harness fabrication, rework and installation.
• Passion for the space industry.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously with little input on requirements or management oversight.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with torquing, staking.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs and work in a cleanroom environment.

COMPENSATION

Base Salary:

• Technician Level 3: $45-60/hr
• Senior Technician: $55-70/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

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis and may vary based on job‑related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience.

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.

EEO STATEMENT

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.