Avionics Technician (PCBA Test)

Impulse Space; Redondo Beach (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 76,000; 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 (PCBA Test) to perform electrical, thermal, and functional testing of spacecraft avionics hardware to verify performance and identify issues. You will collaborate with engineering and production to ensure flight-ready results.

The role requires hands-on test work with meters, scopes, DAQ systems, sensors, and strict adherence to procedures, documentation, and safety.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of hands-on electrical/thermal testing at board or subassembly level.
• Experience executing tests from procedures/work instructions in controlled environments.
• Strong knowledge of electrical principles (voltage, current, resistance, continuity, signal behavior).
• Familiarity with RTDs, thermocouples or similar measurement devices.

Responsibilities

• Perform functional and verification testing of avionics hardware at the board level.
• Operate electrical test equipment to validate performance and identify faults.
• Set up and monitor test fixtures and instrumentation.
• Follow test procedures with strict configuration and revision control.
• Document test anomalies and escalate to engineering as needed.
• Verify sensor calibration and operation prior to test execution.
• Collect and validate test data with traceability to hardware.
• Support debug and re-test after modifications.
• Contribute to test procedure development with engineering.

Skills

ESD safety protocols

electrical test experience

reading procedures

test equipment familiarity

sensors/instrumentation knowledge

safety-first mindset

team collaboration

Tools

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Power supplies

Data acquisition systems

Job description

Avionics Technician (PCBA Test)

Department: Manufacturing

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Redondo Beach

Reporting To: Jimena Perez

Compensation: $25.00 - $55.00 / hour

Description

As an Avionics Technician (PCBA Test) at Impulse, you will perform electrical, thermal, and functional testing of spacecraft avionics hardware to verify performance and identify issues. You will work closely with engineering and production teams to ensure accurate test execution and high-quality, flight-ready hardware.

Responsibilities

• Perform functional and verification testing of avionics hardware and subassemblies at the board level in accordance with engineering procedures/requirements
• Execute electrical testing using multimeters, power supplies, oscilloscopes, and data acquisition systems to validate performance and identify faults
• Set up, operate, and monitor test fixtures, harnesses, and instrumentation to support avionics hardware testing
• Follow controlled test procedures, work instructions, and test plans with strict adherence to configuration and revision control
• Identify and document test anomalies, failures, or out-of-family behavior, and elevate findings to engineering as needed
• Verify proper installation, calibration, and operation of sensors and measurement devices prior to test execution
• Collect, review, and validate test data, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and traceability to the tested avionics hardware
• Support debug and re-test activities following hardware modifications or corrective actions
• Assist in the development, refinement, and validation of test procedures and test setups in collaboration with engineering
• Maintain test logs, configuration records, and test reports in accordance with quality and program requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Proficiency in electrostatic discharge (ESD) safety protocols is a hard requirement
• 2-5 years of hands-on experience performing electrical and thermal testing at the board or subassembly level
• Experience executing tests from written procedures, work instructions, or test plans in a controlled environment
• Working knowledge of electrical test equipment, including multimeters, power supplies, oscilloscopes, and data acquisition systems
• Familiarity with instrumentation and sensors, such as RTDs, thermocouples, or similar measurement devices
• Foundational understanding of electrical principles, including voltage, current, resistance, continuity, and basic signal behavior
• Very strong attention to detail and ability to interpret and follow engineering documentation and procedures
• Demonstrated safety-first mindset, particularly when working with energized hardware or temperature extremes
• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience testing aerospace or spaceflight avionics hardware in a high-reliability environment
• Understanding of failure analysis and root-cause investigation related to electrical or sensor anomalies
• Prior experience supporting prototype hardware testing or early-stage development programs
• Prior experience in a startup or fast-paced engineering environment where adaptability and initiative are valued
• Passion for space exploration

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.

Impulse Space’s spacecraft manufacturing business is subject to U.S. export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). This position requires applicants to be either U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent U.S. resident (green card holder), an individual granted asylum in the U.S., or an individual admitted in U.S. refugee status) or persons eligible to obtain an export license from the U.S. Departments of State, Commerce, or other applicable U.S. government agencies. 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.