Space Systems Technician

Atec Inc; Kansas; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Atec Space Systems Technician team in the United States is responsible for spaceflight hardware fabrication, assembly and test, bridging engineering drawings, work instructions and test knowledge. The role involves collaboration with engineering, production, quality, operations and suppliers to ensure precise, spaceflight‑critical workmanship.

Ideal candidates will have a High School Diploma or GED (Bachelor’s degree preferred) and a readiness to perform precision assembly, wiring and testing

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Bachelor’s Degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Read work orders, follow production drawings, sample assemblies, or receive verbal instructions regarding duties to be performed.
• Perform precision, spaceflight‑critical assembly on spaceflight components.
• Perform precision, spaceflight‑critical test operations on spaceflight components.
• Crimp, stake, screw, bolt, rivet, solder, press fit, or perform similar operations to join or secure parts in place.
• Perform assembly tasks, such as sanding, cleaning, epoxy bonding, curing, stamping, and etching parts and assemblies.
• Perform electrical assembly tasks, such as crimping, soldering, connector assembly, and basic electrical testing.
• Fabricate and assemble new or modified mechanical components, assemblies, or tooling for products.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to ensure an efficient and effective work environment.
• Ensure activities are conducted in accordance with Atec International Standards Organization (AS9100/ISO) policies and report any deviations to the appropriate area manager/supervisor.
• Be familiar with and understand Atec Quality Policy and company objectives.
• Understand required AS9100/ISO specific procedures and work instructions.
• Complete all records required by procedures and work instructions.
• Participate in Atec Continuous Improvement activities as appropriate.
• Participate in AS9100/ISO training as required.
• Cooperate with auditors.
• Report any deviations to the appropriate area manager/supervisor.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

SUMMARY

The Space Systems Technician team is positioned within the larger Atec Space Systems organization. As one of its members, you will help perform the fabrication, assembly, and test of spaceflight hardware. This position requires someone with a dynamic mindset who can navigate between fine details and the big picture with a breadth of assembly, engineering drawing, work instruction, and test knowledge. It also requires working with a number of internal and external stakeholders, including engineering, production, quality, operations, and suppliers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read work orders, follow production drawings, sample assemblies, or receive verbal instructions regarding duties to be performed.
• Perform precision, spaceflight‑critical assembly on spaceflight components.
• Perform precision, spaceflight‑critical test operations on spaceflight components.
• Crimp, stake, screw, bolt, rivet, solder, press fit, or perform similar operations to join or secure parts in place.
• Perform assembly tasks, such as sanding, cleaning, epoxy bonding, curing, stamping, and etching parts and assemblies.
• Perform electrical assembly tasks, such as crimping, soldering, connector assembly, and basic electrical testing.
• Fabricate and assemble new or modified mechanical components, assemblies, or tooling for products.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to ensure an efficient and effective work environment.
• Ensure activities are conducted in accordance with Atec International Standards Organization (AS9100/ISO) policies and report any deviations to the appropriate area manager/supervisor.

AS9100/ISO SPECIFIC DUTIES

• Be familiar with and understand Atec Quality Policy and company objectives.
• Understand required AS9100/ISO specific procedures and work instructions.
• Complete all records required by procedures and work instructions.
• Participate in Atec Continuous Improvement activities as appropriate.
• Participate in AS9100/ISO training as required.
• Cooperate with auditors.
• Report any deviations to the appropriate area manager/supervisor.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Employee may be required to obtain related work certifications, including NASA 8739.4 Wire Harnesses or IPC J-STD-001 Soldering.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Extended work hours and/or travel may occasionally be required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.

If you need a reasonable accommodation, please contact Andrea Lopez at 281-276-2643.