Avionics Technician (Opto-mechanical) Redondo Beach

Impulsespace; Redondo Beach, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Medical, vision & dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Impulse Space in Redondo Beach is seeking an Avionics Technician (Opto-mechanical) to assemble, inspect and rework optical assemblies used in space missions. You will work in a manufacturing environment with opportunities for stock options and comprehensive benefits.

The role requires 4+ years in opto-mechanical assembly and production, meticulous attention to detail, and strong communication. This on-site position offers competitive hourly pay and opportunities for growth in aerospace.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in opto-mechanical assembly and alignment of lenses/mirrors.
• 4+ years in a production environment (aerospace, automotive, electronics).
• Attention to detail and strong communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Perform opto-mechanical and electromechanical assembly work.
• Interpret engineering drawings and wiring diagrams.
• Use optical metrology tools to check assemblies.
• Troubleshoot and rework optical assemblies.
• Collaborate with engineers to improve rate and quality.
• Record build data and ensure traceability per aerospace standards.

Skills

Opto-mechanical assembly

Production experience

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Equivalency certificate

Tools

Centration machines

Interferometers

Adhesives in production

Cleanroom environment

Job description

Avionics Technician (Opto-mechanical)

Department: Manufacturing

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Redondo Beach

Compensation: $30.00 - $45.00 / hour

Description

As an Avionics Technician (Opto-mechanical) at Impulse, you’ll be responsible for assembling, inspecting and reworking optical and opto-mechanical assemblies used in low-earth orbit and beyond. Your work will directly impact the reliability and mission success of our Mira and Helios spacecraft.

Responsibilities

• Perform opto-mechanical and electromechanical assembly work.
• Interpret and work from detailed engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, and work instructions
• Use optical metrology tools to check quality of optical assemblies.
• Troubleshoot issues and rework optical assemblies.
• Work with manufacturing engineers to improve assembly rate and efficiency
• Collaborate with engineers and quality assurance on issue resolution, process improvements, and documentation updates.
• Record build data and ensure traceability of parts and workmanship per aerospace standards.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 4+ years of experience with opto-mechanical assembly, such as assembling and aligning lenses and mirrors.
• 4+ years of experience in a production environment, e.g. in aerospace, automotive, consumer electronics, etc.
• Attention to detail
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and teamwork skills

Preferred Skills and Experience

• 2+ years of experience operating centration machines and interferometers
• 2+ years of experience with adhesives in a production environment
• 5+ years of demonstrated experience working on opto-mechanical assemblies for space applications.
• Electromechanical assembly experience
• Cleanroom experience

Additional Information

Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan.

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. Learn more about the ITAR here.

Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Impulse Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.