Mechanical Technician I

Pace Industries, LLC; Broomfield (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision plans

401(k) match up to 150%

Paid time off (3 weeks)

Job summary

Sierra Space Corporation in Colorado is hiring an entry-level Mechanical Technician I to assemble, test, and maintain spacecraft mechanical systems. You will work with engineers and technicians to ensure precision and safety, translating blueprints into assemblies and performing precision drilling with calibrated tools.

You will follow PPE, 5S, FOD, and ESD practices, and collaborate to meet production goals while gaining experience in soldering, harness routing, inspection, and structural

Qualifications

• Entry-level role: typically 0–2 years of experience.
• Familiarity with PPE and shop safety requirements.
• Ability to set up and maintain basic equipment and demonstrate mechanical aptitude with hand/precision tools.
• Willingness to learn precision cleaning.
• Ability to learn 5S, FOD, and ESD awareness.
• Ability to verify and troubleshoot own work.
• Understanding of mechanical assemblies, soldering, harness routing, inspection, in-process testing, precision cleaning, and structural fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Assemble major structures and perform minor part-fitting for spacecraft systems.
• Translate blueprints into mechanical assemblies and perform precision drilling with calibrated tools.
• Bond, troubleshoot, and develop skills in precision cleaning and handling mechanical hardware.
• Inspect, assemble, integrate, and operation-check flight hardware to meet specs and standards.
• Follow 5S, FOD, and ESD protocols; lift up to 50 lbs; climb ladders; work in restrictive spaces.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hand tools

Precision tools

Troubleshooting

Education

IPC & J-STD certifications

A&P License

Formal training ongoing

Tools

Soldering

Harness routing

Inspection tools

Calibrated tools

Job description

Sierra Space Careers: At Sierra Space, we build the missions and systems that keep our world secure in the domain above Earth. Sierra Space team members share a spirit of innovation and collaboration and a belief that we can deliver on the boldest missions in space today. Together with our customers, we aim to safeguard our nation, sustain human presence in space, and secure the freedom of operations in low Earth orbit and beyond. Our success is measured by the trust of those who rely on what we build and deliver, and our technologies keep the United States and its allies mission-ready throughout space. We are mission-driven, and together, we are an extraordinary team.

About the Role

The Mechanical Technician I position involves assembling, testing, and maintaining mechanical systems and components to meet required specifications. In this entry-level role, you will work closely with engineers and technicians to ensure the quality and reliability of flight hardware. This position requires a basic understanding of mechanical principles, troubleshooting skills, and a commitment to precision and safety. You will be involved in assembling major structures, performing minor part-fitting operations for spacecraft systems, and translating blueprints into mechanical assemblies.

Additionally, your tasks will include precision drilling, using calibrated tools, bonding, troubleshooting, and developing skills in precision cleaning and handling mechanical hardware. In this role, you will work with and learn from more experienced technicians in areas such as complex mechanical assemblies, soldering, harness routing, inspection, in-process testing, precision cleaning, and structural fabrication. You will inspect, assemble, integrate, and operationally check flight hardware, as well as assemble, test, and maintain mechanical systems and components to meet specifications and standards. Using precision measurement tools, you will ensure components meet specified tolerances while adhering to general best shop practices, including PPE and shop safety requirements.

Additionally, you will follow 5S, FOD, and ESD awareness protocols, lift and carry up to 50 lbs, climb ladders and stairs, and work in restrictive spaces. Collaboration with team members to achieve production goals will also be a key part of your responsibilities.

About You

Our mission is driven by an unyielding commitment to advancing space-based technology in service of our customers and safeguarding national security. We seek individuals who are passionate about innovating beyond boundaries and relentlessly pursuing solutions that protect, preserve and empower – to join us in this critical mission. We’re looking for team members who align with our values, mission and goals – while also meeting the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.

Minimum Qualifications

• Typically entry-level 0 - 2 years of experience.
• Familiarity with general best shop practices, including PPE and shop safety requirements.
• Ability to perform basic equipment setup and maintenance activities and display general mechanical aptitude and hand tools/precision tools competency.
• Ability to learn and perform precision cleaning.
• Ability to learn 5S, FOD, and ESD awareness.
• Ability to conduct basic verification/troubleshooting of own work.
• Basic understanding of mechanical assemblies, soldering, harness routing, inspection, in-process testing, precision cleaning, and structural fabrication.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated progress towards formal training or education.
• Certifications: IPC & J-STD.
• A&P License.
• Communication skills (Both written and oral).
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or mechanical environment.
• Proficiency in using hand and power tools.
• Basic understanding of mechanical systems and components.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and blueprints.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills and a willingness to learn and adapt.

Compensation

Pay Range: $22.74 - $31.28 Your actual base compensation will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, experience, internal equity and market competitiveness.

Elevate Your Career

At Sierra Space, we are committed to your personal and professional development. We empower you to make profound and meaningful contributions and foster a vibrant culture of collaboration, where teamwork ignites breakthrough innovations. We also offer a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, and more.

Application Deadline

This role will remain posted until a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to Sierra Space team members not through our approved vendor list or Talent Acquisition will be considered property of Sierra Space, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.

Sierra Space Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need special assistance or a reasonable accommodation related to applying for employment with Sierra Space or at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us.

About Sierra Space Headquartered in Colorado, Sierra Space is a mission-proven Defense Tech company delivering satellite platforms, critical subsystems, reusable spaceplanes, hypersonic technologies, propulsion systems, and infrastructure for the nation’s most critical missions.

With more than three decades of heritage and a record of flight-proven success in space, Sierra Space is trusted by U.S. National Security, Civil customers, and global allies. Our technologies safeguard our nation, sustain human exploration in space, and ensure the freedom of operations beyond Earth. Sierra Space is defining the new era of Space Defense, strengthening deterrence today and preserving freedom of action for generations to come.