Mechanical Subassemblies Technician

Impulse Space, Inc.; Redondo Beach (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Medical, vision & dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Impulse Space, Inc. is hiring a Mechanical Subassemblies Technician in Redondo Beach, CA.

You will support assembly, integration, test, and maintenance of spacecraft mechanisms and mechanical subsystems, working hands-on with precision hardware for space environments. You will follow detailed procedures, read engineering drawings, and ensure quality standards while collaborating with engineers and quality teams to resolve issues and maintain flight hardware configuration.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical background in mechanical systems or aerospace manufacturing.
• 3+ years hands-on experience with precision mechanical assembly.
• Ability to read drawings and GD&T plus assembly procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, integrate, and test spacecraft mechanisms and subsystems.
• Follow detailed work instructions and engineering drawings for flight hardware.
• Perform inspections, torque verification, alignment, and fit checks.
• Support functional and environmental testing and troubleshooting.
• Document build steps, nonconformances, and test results.
• Maintain cleanliness and configuration control of flight hardware.
• Collaborate with engineers, quality, and technicians to resolve issues.
• Support rework, repair, and root-cause investigations as needed.

Skills

Precision mechanical assembly

Reading mechanical drawings & GD&T

Hand tools & metrology

Reading assembly procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade school / military experience in mechanical systems

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Torque wrenches

Job description

Mechanical Subassemblies Technician

Department: Manufacturing

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Redondo Beach

Compensation: $35.00 - $48.00 / hour

Description

As a Mechanical Subassemblies Technician at Impulse, you will support the assembly, integration, test, and maintenance of spacecraft mechanisms and mechanical subsystems. This role works hands-on with precision hardware that must perform reliably in launch and space environments, following detailed procedures and strict quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, integrate, and test spacecraft mechanisms including: hinges, latches, deployment systems, actuators, and release mechanisms
• Follow detailed work instructions, engineering drawings, and procedures for flight and development hardware
• Perform mechanical inspections, torque verification, alignment, and fit checks
• Support functional testing, environmental testing, and troubleshooting of mechanisms
• Document build steps, nonconformances, and test results in manufacturing and quality systems
• Maintain cleanliness and configuration control of flight hardware
• Work closely with engineers, quality, and other technicians to resolve issues and improve processes
• Support rework, repair, and root-cause investigations as needed

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• Technical background in mechanical systems, aerospace manufacturing, or related field (trade school, military, or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years of hands‑on experience with precision mechanical assembly
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and GD&T as well as assembly procedures and specifications
• Proficient with hand tools, torque tools, and measurement equipment (calipers, micrometers, torque wrenches)

Preferred Skills and Experience

• 5+ years of hands‑on experience with mechanisms/components working on aerospace, spacecraft, satellite, launch vehicle or defense manufacturing
• Familiarity with cleanroom or controlled assembly environments
• 4+ years of hands‑on experience with mechanism testing (functional, deployment, or life‑cycle testing)
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs as required
• Willingness to work flexible hours, overtime, or shifts as needed to support program milestones

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.