Senior Spacecraft Avionics Technician – Harness & Test

Apex Space, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Healthcare coverage

PTO 15+ days

401(k) plan

Parental leave

Lunch provided

Playa Vista office

Job summary

Apex Space, Inc. is seeking a Specialized Technician for our Avionics Test team in a cleanroom. You will transform high-level schematics into test-ready hardware, focusing on wiring harnesses, test racks, and FlatSat assembly.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in spacecraft assembly, NASA/IPC certs, and experience with high-density connectors and precision measurement. You will work with engineers in a safety-focused environment at our Playa Vista facility.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in satellite/spacecraft assembly and integration.
• Active NASA-STD-8739 or IPC-J-STD-001 Space Addendum certification.
• Excellent ability to read electrical schematics and 3D CAD models.
• Experience with high-density connectors (Micro-D, Nano-D).
• Familiarity with vacuum-compatible materials and outgassing prevention.
• Knowledge of quality standards in aerospace manufacturing.
• Attention to safety and traceability.

Responsibilities

• Wire harness fabrication, routing, termination of complex harnesses per standards.
• Build test racks and mechanical assembly of FlatSats.
• Perform integration, assembly, and testing (AIT) of satellite projects.
• Conduct functional tests using oscilloscopes, meters, and spectrum analyzers.
• Maintain meticulous as-built records and red-line drawings.
• Uphold ISO cleanroom protocols and ESD safety.

Skills

5+ years aerospace

NASA/IPC cert

Schematic reading

3D CAD models

HD connectors

Cleanroom discipline

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Digital multimeters

Spectrum analyzers

Job description

Apex Space, Inc. is seeking a Specialized Technician for our Avionics Test team in a cleanroom. You will transform high-level schematics into test-ready hardware, focusing on wiring harnesses, test racks, and FlatSat assembly.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in spacecraft assembly, NASA/IPC certs, and experience with high-density connectors and precision measurement. You will work with engineers in a safety-focused environment at our Playa Vista facility.