Integration Technician II

Industrious Ventures; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Industrious Ventures is seeking a Technician in Torrance, California. This role involves assembling and integrating hardware for antenna systems, supporting the build and test process. Ideal candidates should have 2+ years of assembly experience and mechanical aptitude. The position requires attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Enjoy the excitement of contributing to projects that connect people and technology while being empowered to innovate and make an impact.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of mechanical and/or electromechanical assembly experience.
• Ability to travel weekly or monthly as needed.
• Experience using common hand tools and shop equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical and electromechanical subassemblies for antenna systems.
• Follow engineering drawings, assembly instructions, and build documentation.
• Document build steps, issues, and deviations during assembly.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Assembly experience

Use of hand tools

Ability to read mechanical drawings

Education

Technical training or equivalent experience

Tools

Torque tools

3D printers

Drill presses

Job description

About Northwood Space

Northwood is on a mission to build a data highway between earth and space and bring the benefits of space to the masses through innovations in space communications technologies. If you like building quickly and seeing your work deployed in locations around the globe with real impact, we want you at Northwood.

Role

Technicians support the build, integration, and test of hardware used in parabolic and phased-array antenna systems. The role focuses on assembling precision subassemblies and integrating them into complete antenna units used for ground-based satellite communications. The position is intended for early-career individuals with strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to learn manufacturing processes quickly.

Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical and electromechanical subassemblies for antenna systems.
• Integrate subassemblies into complete parabolic and phased-array antenna assemblies.
• Perform mechanical alignment, fastening, and structural integration using hand and power tools.
• Follow engineering drawings, assembly instructions, and build documentation.
• Conduct basic verification checks including fit, alignment, and functional inspection.
• Support prototype builds and iterative hardware development.
• Maintain clean and organized workspaces, tools, and hardware inventory.
• Document build steps, issues, and deviations during assembly.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to improve assembly processes.

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of mechanical and/or electromechanical assembly experience
• Ability to travel weekly or monthly as needed
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude (hands‑on projects, shop work, robotics, automotive work, etc.).
• Ability to read and follow mechanical drawings or assembly instructions.
• Experience using common hand tools and shop equipment.
• Comfort working with precision components and small mechanical assemblies.
• Strong attention to detail and quality of workmanship.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced hardware development environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical training, trade school, community college coursework, or equivalent hands‑on experience.
• Exposure to mechanical assembly, electronics assembly, or manufacturing environments.
• Experience with torque tools, fasteners, adhesives, or cable routing.
• Familiarity with prototyping tools such as 3D printers, mills, drill presses, or bandsaws.
• Basic understanding of RF hardware or antenna systems.