Manufacturing Technician II (2nd Shift) Hardware

Frontdoor Defense; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Health, dental, vision benefits

HSA/FSA benefits

Retirement plans

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

CesiumAstro is seeking a Manufacturing Technician II for the 2nd shift in Austin, TX. You will perform end-to-end assembly, integration, inspection, and testing of satellite hardware following established procedures and drawings.

The role supports production across manufacturing, quality, and supply-chain teams to ensure high-quality results. Responsibilities include assembling components, using tools and test equipment, inspecting parts, and recording data to maintain traceability.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certification or equivalent hands-on experience in manufacturing technology.
• 0–3 years in manufacturing or related production operations.
• Reading engineering drawings and mechanical/electrical assembly familiarity.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools; ability to use measuring instruments.
• Experience with MES/ERP systems and production documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical and electrical components and subassemblies using approved procedures and drawings.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, production equipment and test equipment.
• Perform routine inspections, troubleshoot issues, and maintain quality and productivity standards.
• Record production, inspection, traceability and nonconformance data in manufacturing docs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support production and continuous improvement.

Skills

Reading drawings

Quality awareness

Attention to detail

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree or technical certification

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Measuring equipment

Test equipment

MES/ERP familiarity (Epicor, SAP, Solumina)

Job description

Manufacturing Technician II (2nd Shift)

Oversee end-to-end assembly and testing of satellite hardware on second shift

Location: Austin, Texas

About The Role

Manufacturing Technician II

At CesiumAstro, we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.

We are looking to add a Manufacturing Technician II to our team. In this role you will perform assembly, integration, inspection, and testing of products and assemblies using established manufacturing procedures and work instructions. This role contributes to manufacturing operations by producing quality hardware, supporting production activities, and applying manufacturing processes to ensure products satisfy engineering, manufacturing, and quality requirements.

Working cross-functionally with manufacturing, engineering, quality, production control, and supply chain teams, the Manufacturing Technician II supports manufacturing activities throughout the production lifecycle.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical and electrical components, subassemblies, and products using approved work instructions, engineering drawings, and manufacturing procedures.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, production equipment, and test equipment supporting manufacturing activities.
• Perform production tasks, troubleshoot routine assembly issues, and maintain established quality and productivity standards.
• Perform visual and dimensional inspections using measuring equipment and inspection tools.
• Verify completed assemblies meet engineering drawings, specifications, and quality requirements.
• Record production, inspection, traceability, and nonconformance information in manufacturing documentation.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, quality, production control, and supply chain teams supporting production activities.
• Support material handling, equipment setup, inventory accuracy, workstation organization, and continuous production flow.
• Communicate production status, quality concerns, equipment issues, and improvement opportunities to supervisors and team members.
• Apply manufacturing procedures, safety requirements, quality standards, and company policies throughout production.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas while supporting 5S and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Recommend improvements that enhance safety, quality, productivity, and manufacturing efficiency.

Job Requirements And Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree, technical certification, formal occupational training, military training, or equivalent hands-on experience in manufacturing technology, industrial technology, electronics technology, mechanical technology, or a related technical field preferred.
• 0-3 years of related experience in manufacturing, production assembly, mechanical assembly, electronics assembly, or related production operations.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing processes, mechanical assembly, electrical assembly, and engineering drawings.
• Proficiency using hand tools, power tools, measuring equipment, and manufacturing documentation.
• Understanding of quality standards, inspection techniques, production processes, and safe manufacturing practices.
• Experience applying manufacturing documentation, material handling, and production procedures.
• Applies sound judgment and attention to detail while supporting manufacturing operations and resolving routine production issues.
• Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams.
• Manufacturing equipment, test equipment, and production systems used to support assembly and manufacturing operations.
• Manufacturing execution systems (MES), ERP systems, and electronic work instruction applications, e.g. Epicor, SAP, Solumina, or equivalent applications.

CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills. Full-time employment offers include company stock options and a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life, disability and retirement plans.

CesiumAstro is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Please note: CesiumAstro does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to CesiumAstro team members will be considered property of CesiumAstro, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.