Senior Assembly Integration & Test Technician

True Anomaly, Inc.; Centennial, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

PTO

Paid holidays

401K

Parental Leave

Job summary

True Anomaly, Inc. seeks a Senior Mechanical Assembly Integration & Test Technician to support assembly, integration, and environmental test operations for hardware at the component and system level.

This role blends hands-on mechanical work with test execution to ensure performance and reliability. The ideal candidate has 8+ years of hands-on experience in mechanical build, integration, and TVAC testing, with strong experience maintaining vibration tables and TVAC chambers, and the ability to

Qualifications

• 8+ years of hands-on mechanical integration, assembly, and test.
• Experience with TVAC testing and vibration testing (sine, random, shock).
• Ability reading and interpreting engineering drawings, schematics, and travelers.
• Proficient with precision hand tools and torque tools.
• Experience supporting test instrumentation installation.
• Maintain calibration records and logs for test facility.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Test, and Supply Chain.
• Adhere to cleanroom and ESD handling requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical integration, assembly, and disassembly of components and subsystems.
• Install test fixtures and ground support equipment (GSE).
• Set up and operate environmental tests including TVAC and vibration.
• Support test campaigns and instrument calibration.
• Document results, anomalies, and non-conformances.
• Mentor junior technicians on assembly and test practices.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Environmental testing

TVAC testing

Vibration testing

Engineering drawings

GSE handling

Cleanroom protocols

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree

Technical certification

Tools

Vibration tables

TVAC chambers

Chamber controllers

Vacuum systems

Data acquisition systems

Accelerometers

Thermocouples

Job description

Senior Assembly Integration & Test Technician

Space is a warfighting domain. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it.

OUR MISSION

True Anomaly delivers decisive capabilities for space superiority. We build autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors — enabling the U.S. and its Allies to secure the space environment and counter threats from the ultimate high ground.

OUR VALUES

• Be the offset.We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity.
• What would it take?We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results.
• It’s the people.Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together.

YOUR MISSION

We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Assembly Integration & Test Technician to support mechanical assembly, integration, and environmental test operations for component and system level hardware. This role is split between hands on mechanical integration, installing mechanical components, building sub-assemblies, and supporting build activities, and environmental test operations, including component-level and thermal vacuum (TVAC) testing. The ideal candidate has 8+ years of experience across mechanical build/integration and test, with strong hands-on experience maintaining vibration (vibe) tables and TVAC chambers.

Key Responsibilities

• Mechanical Integration & Assembly
• Install mechanical components and build sub-assemblies per engineering drawings, work instructions, and travelers
• Perform mechanical assembly, integration, and disassembly of components, subsystems, and system-level hardware
• Fabricate, install, and align test fixtures and ground support equipment (GSE)
• Support build activities during down time between test campaigns, including fit checks, hardware prep, and staging
• Work closely with engineering to resolve fit, tolerance, or build issues during integration

Test Operations & Facility Support

• Set up, operate, and support component level environmental testing, including vibration, shock and thermal vacuum (TVAC) testing
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance, calibration support, and troubleshooting on vibration tables/shakers and TVAC chambers
• Install and connect test instrumentation (accelerometers, thermocouples, etc.) and support data acquisition setup
• Support facility upkeep, including LN2/GN2 systems, vacuum pumps, and chamber controllers
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and resolve hardware/test anomalies during live test operations

Other

• Follow and help refine procedures, travelers, and work instructions, document results, anomalies, and non-conformances
• Maintain calibration records and equipment logs for test facility compliance
• Mentor junior technicians on assembly, integration, and test practices
• Adhere to cleanroom protocols, ESD handling requirements, and safety procedures at all times

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's degree or technical certification in a relevant field preferred
• 8+ years of hands-on experience in mechanical integration, assembly, and test, including:
• Mechanical component installation and sub-assembly build
• Component-level environmental testing
• Thermal vacuum (TVAC) testing
• Vibration testing (sine, random, shock)
• Demonstrated hands on experience performing maintenance, troubleshooting, and calibration support on vibration tables/shakers and TVAC chambers
• Proficiency reading and interpreting engineering drawings, schematics, and work instructions
• Experience with precision hand tools, torque tools, and mechanical assembly techniques
• Familiarity with test equipment such as chamber controllers, vacuum systems, data acquisition systems, and shaker controllers
• Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams including Engineering, Quality, Test, and Supply chain.
• Ability to accurately document build activities, test setups, and anomalies

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace, defense, or satellite hardware environments
• Familiarity with cleanroom protocols and ESD-sensitive handling
• Experience with cryogenic systems (LN2) and high/low vacuum systems
• Forklift, crane, or hoist certification
• Experience mentoring or leading junior technicians

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs
• Ability to work in cleanroom and lab environments, including exposure to cryogenic materials and vacuum systemsWillingness to work flexible hours during test campaigns, including occasional off-shift or weekend work as needed
• Ability to stand, kneel, and work in confined spaces for extended periods as needed

COMPENSATION

• *this position is non-exempt and is eligible for overtime
• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work Location— this a fully onsite position based out of our Centennial, CO office.
• Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
• Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

True Anomaly is committed to equal employment opportunity on any basis protected by applicable state and federal laws. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us.