Spacecraft Integration Technician - Ground-Floor Rocket Assembly

Impulsespace; Redondo Beach (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Impulse Space in Redondo Beach is seeking a Spacecraft Integration Technician to perform final assembly, integration and test of flight hardware, from harnesses to mechanical assemblies, supporting our first launches. You will read technical drawings, use calibrated tools, work with engineers, and ensure production services are on time and safe in a fast-paced environment.

This role requires 5+ years in hardware assembly and a strong hands-on skill set.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years of hardware assembly, test, and/or installation of flight hardware.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, manuals and reports.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, and test flight-ready hardware.
• Use precision calibrated tools – torque wrenches, micrometers and calipers.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and follow work instructions.
• Collaborate with engineers to develop procedures and ensure timely, safe production.

Skills

Hardware assembly

Reading drawings

ESD facilities experience

Mating cables

MS Office

Manufacturing software

Education

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

FAA Airframe and PowerPlant license

Tools

Torque wrenches

Micrometers

Calipers

CAD NX

SolidWorks

Job description

Impulse Space in Redondo Beach is seeking a Spacecraft Integration Technician to perform final assembly, integration and test of flight hardware, from harnesses to mechanical assemblies, supporting our first launches. You will read technical drawings, use calibrated tools, work with engineers, and ensure production services are on time and safe in a fast-paced environment.

This role requires 5+ years in hardware assembly and a strong hands-on skill set.