Mechanical Technician V

Pace Industries, LLC; Louisville (CO); On-site; USD 79,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with 150% match up to 6%

Three weeks paid time off

Job summary

Sierra Space, based in Colorado, seeks a Mechanical Technician V to lead the assembly, testing, and maintenance of advanced mechanical systems for flight hardware. You will work with engineers and technicians to ensure quality, applying precision drilling, bonding, and calibration while adhering to PPE, safety, and 5S/ESD standards.

Ideal candidates bring master-level equipment setup, exceptional problem-solving, and the ability to guide a team through complex mechanical fabrication and testing.

Qualifications

• Typically 12+ years of experience in a mechanical or manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with general best shop practices, including PPE and shop safety requirements.
• Ability to perform master-level equipment setup and maintenance activities and display mechanical aptitude and hand tools/precision tools competency.
• Unparalleled expertise in precision cleaning.
• Knowledge of 5S, FOD, and ESD awareness.
• Ability to conduct verification/troubleshooting of own work and lead others.
• Proficiency in using hand and power tools.
• Master understanding of mechanical assemblies, soldering, harness routing, inspection, in-process testing, precision cleaning, and structural fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Lead assembly, testing, and maintenance of advanced mechanical systems to meet specs.
• Collaborate with engineers and lead technicians to ensure flight hardware quality.
• Perform precision drilling, bonding, and calibration tasks.
• Inspect, assemble, integrate, and check flight hardware and systems.
• Follow PPE, shop safety, 5S, FOD, and ESD protocols; lift up to 50 lbs.
• Mentor technicians and drive production goals.

Skills

Master-level equipment setup

Precision cleaning

5S, FOD, ESD awareness

Leadership

Communication

Education

IPC & J-STD Certifications

A&P License

Tools

Calibrated tools

Soldering equipment

Hand and power 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 V position involves leading the assembly, testing, and maintenance of the most advanced mechanical systems and components to meet required specifications. In this master role, you will work closely with engineers and lead technicians to ensure the quality and reliability of flight hardware.

This position requires unparalleled expertise in mechanical principles, troubleshooting skills, and a commitment to precision and safety. You will be involved in assembling major structures, performing 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 unparalleled skills in precision cleaning and handling mechanical hardware.

In this role, you will lead the work of the entire team of technicians in the most 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.

Utilizing the most precise 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 12+ years of experience in a mechanical or manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with general best shop practices, including PPE and shop safety requirements.
• Ability to perform master-level equipment setup and maintenance activities and display mechanical aptitude and hand tools/precision tools competency.
• Unparalleled expertise in precision cleaning.
• Knowledge of 5S, FOD, and ESD awareness.
• Ability to conduct verification/troubleshooting of own work and lead others.
• Proficiency in using hand and power tools.
• Master understanding of mechanical assemblies, soldering, harness routing, inspection, in-process testing, precision cleaning, and structural fabrication.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications: IPC & J-STD. A&P License.
• Strong communication skills (both written and oral).
• Master-level 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.

Compensation

Pay Range: $37.90 - $52.11

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.

About Sierra Space

Headquartered in Colorado, Sierra Space is an industry-leading space and defense technology company providing satellites, spacecraft, and enabling mission systems and components. We deliver mission-proven technologies to our customers that safeguard our nation, protect space-based assets and enable space exploration.

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.

Sierra Space Values

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.