Avionics Solar Technician: Precision Assembly & Testing

Impulsespace; Redondo Beach (CA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 61,992; Full time

Job summary

Impulse Space in Redondo Beach seeks an Avionics Solar Technician to fabricate, assemble, and test solar array hardware. You will focus on mechanical assembly and production testing in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Key tasks include soldering solar cell strings, wiring, and interconnect work per IPC standards. Candidates need 2+ years in manufacturing and the ability to read work instructions, with strong ownership and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of experience in a hands-on manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions.
• Demonstrate high level of ownership and problem-solving abilities.
• Able to set up and use a torque wrench and other hand tools.
• Experience performing crimping, wire striping, continuity testing.
• Ability to adapt to changing work assignments under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual soldering of solar cell strings including tab ribbon soldering, cell-to-cell interconnects, and bypass diode attachment.
• Execute gull-wing and other precision solder joint formations on solar array circuit interconnects per IPC workmanship standards.
• Handle ultra-thin solar cells, glass cover sheets, and silicon substrates with care to prevent micro-cracking or contamination.
• Inspect solder joints visually and with optical aids; identify and disposition non-conforming joints.
• Perform rework and repair of solder connections per approved rework procedures.
• Maintain cleanroom protocols, ESD controls, and FOD prevention throughout all soldering operations.
• Document assembly activities, rework operations, and non-conformances in production records.
• Use production software and digital work instruction systems accurately.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of assembly and integration processes, recommending and implementing efficiency enhancements and quality

Skills

Hands-on manufacturing

Read/work instructions

Ownership & problem-solving

Crimping

Soldering

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Torque wrench

Hand tools

Crimping

Wire stripping

Continuity testing

Job description

Impulse Space in Redondo Beach seeks an Avionics Solar Technician to fabricate, assemble, and test solar array hardware. You will focus on mechanical assembly and production testing in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Key tasks include soldering solar cell strings, wiring, and interconnect work per IPC standards. Candidates need 2+ years in manufacturing and the ability to read work instructions, with strong ownership and problem-solving skills.