Space Camera Systems Flight Assembly Technician

Malin Space Science Systems, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 80,231,000 - 88,828,000; Full time

Job summary

Malin Space Science Systems, Inc. in San Diego, CA is seeking a Flight Assembly Technician to perform high-level assembly of prototype and spaceflight electronics under supervision. You will follow detailed work instructions and aerospace standards to build assemblies and maintain records.

The role requires hands-on experience with soldering, cable harnesses, and mechanical assembly; familiarity with schematics, drawings, and MS Office is preferred. Occasional travel may be needed.

Qualifications

• High-School Diploma or GED is required; some college or trade school is desired.
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years’ experience in related work.
• Excellent hand soldering, cable harness and mechanical assembly skills; strong documentation and organization.

Responsibilities

• Assembles electronic, mechanical, optical, and cable harness assemblies by following detailed work instructions and NASA/IPC standards.
• Maintains detailed assembly records.
• Assists hardware engineering in prototype assembly, testing, troubleshooting and mechanical integration.
• Maintains NASA trainings and recertifications.
• Performs ESD check-in daily.
• Cross-trains in assembly disciplines to support all aspects of work.
• Participates in team meetings and provides status updates.
• Maintains work area, tools and equipment; performs maintenance as needed.

Skills

Hand soldering

Cable harness assembly

Mechanical assembly

Documentation

Organization

Communication

Reading schematics

Reading mechanical drawings

MS Excel

MS Word

J-STD-001 certification

Space Addendum certification

NASA-STD 8739.1 certification

Polymerics mix/apply experience

Operations in MS Office

Occasional travel

Education

High-School Diploma or GED

Trade School / ROP certification

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

Malin Space Science Systems, Inc. in San Diego, CA is seeking a Flight Assembly Technician to perform high-level assembly of prototype and spaceflight electronics under supervision. You will follow detailed work instructions and aerospace standards to build assemblies and maintain records.

The role requires hands-on experience with soldering, cable harnesses, and mechanical assembly; familiarity with schematics, drawings, and MS Office is preferred. Occasional travel may be needed.