Senior Mechanical Technician — Flight Hardware & Assembly

Sierra Space Corporation; Broomfield (CO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision plans

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

3 weeks paid time off

Job summary

Sierra Space Corporation in Broomfield, CO seeks an experienced Mechanical Technician IV to oversee assembly, testing, and maintenance of advanced mechanical systems for flight hardware. You will work with engineers and senior technicians to ensure quality, precision, and safety in high-stakes space hardware.

The role requires mastery of mechanical principles, excellence in assembly, and strong troubleshooting.

Qualifications

• Requires mastery of mechanical assemblies and precision cleaning.
• Familiarity with 5S, FOD, and ESD awareness.
• Ability to mentor and troubleshoot own work and others.

Responsibilities

• Oversee assembly, testing, and maintenance of flight hardware.
• Interpret blueprints and translate into precise mechanical assemblies.
• Perform precision drilling, bonding, harness routing, and inspections.
• Ensure compliance with PPE, shop safety, and 5S/ESD procedures.
• Mentor less experienced technicians in complex tasks.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Precision troubleshooting

Blueprint interpretation

Team mentorship

Education

IPC & J-STD certs

Tools

IPC & J-STD

A&P License

Hand & power tools

Job description

Sierra Space Corporation in Broomfield, CO seeks an experienced Mechanical Technician IV to oversee assembly, testing, and maintenance of advanced mechanical systems for flight hardware. You will work with engineers and senior technicians to ensure quality, precision, and safety in high-stakes space hardware.

The role requires mastery of mechanical principles, excellence in assembly, and strong troubleshooting.