Facilities Technician (Industrial Gases & Cryogenics)

Impulse Space; Redondo Beach (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Medical, vision & dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Impulse Space is seeking a Facilities Technician (Industrial Gases & Cryogenics) in Redondo Beach to install, maintain, and operate critical gas infrastructure. You will read P&IDs, interpret drawings, and ensure safe, efficient systems across our facilities and test sites.

Responsibilities include installing cryogenic distribution systems, reading schematics, troubleshooting high-pressure gas equipment, and maintaining documentation.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret P&IDs, schematics and drawings.
• Hands-on experience with medium- and high-pressure gas and cryogenic systems.
• Welding and tubing installation experience preferred.
• Commitment to safe work practices and OSHA/ NFPA guidance.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and modify industrial gas and cryogenic distribution systems.
• Install piping, valves, regulators, and related components.
• Troubleshoot and repair medium/high-pressure gas systems.
• Conduct pressure tests, leak checks, and verifications for safe operation.
• Document schematics, maintenance records, and procedures.
• Collaborate with engineering, facilities, and operations teams.

Skills

P&IDs interpretation

Cryogenic systems

High/medium pressure gas

Welding experience

Mechanical aptitude

Safety compliance

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description As a

Department: Manufacturing

Location: Redondo Beach

Compensation: $35.00 - $45.00 / hour

Description As a Facilities Technician (Industrial Gases & Cryogenics) at Impulse, you will apply your hands-on expertise to support the installation, maintenance, and operation of critical infrastructure across our facilities. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring a safe, reliable, and efficient environment that enables our teams to build and test cutting-edge technologies.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and modify industrial gas and cryogenic distribution systems
• Install process piping, valves, regulators, and associated system components
• Read and interpret schematics, drawings, and P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams) to execute system installations
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair medium- and high-pressure gas and cryogenic systems
• Perform pressure testing, leak checking, and system verification to ensure safe and reliable operation
• Maintain accurate documentation, including schematics, maintenance records, inspection reports, and operating procedures
• Collaborate with engineering, facilities, and operations teams to support infrastructure projects and equipment installations
• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with applicable safety standards, regulations, and building codes, including OSHA, NFPA 55, and ASME B31.3
• Support remote operations and infrastructure activities at the Mojave test site as required

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 3+ years of hands-on experience working with medium- and high-pressure industrial gas and cryogenic systems
• Strong ability to read and interpret P&IDs, schematics, and technical drawings
• Experience with cone-and-thread fittings, orbital welding, tube flaring, Swagelok® compression fittings, and pressure testing procedures
• Demonstrated troubleshooting and fault-finding experience on medium- and high-pressure gas systems
• Strong mechanical aptitude and a commitment to safe work practices
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Skills And Experience

• 5+ years of demonstrated experience supporting aerospace, propulsion test, or advanced manufacturing environments
• Familiarity with cryogenic liquids such as liquid nitrogen, liquid oxygen, or liquid methane
• Demonstrated knowledge of process instrumentation such as gas detection, regulators, and process instrumentation
• Demonstrated experience with clean-room or high-purity gas systems
• Welding certifications or specialized tubing installation training
• Working knowledge of applicable codes and standards related to industrial gas and cryogenic systems
• Ability and willingness to travel to and work at the Mojave test site as required

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.