Spacecraft Lab Technician - Test & Assembly Specialist

Southwest Research Institute; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwest Research Institute in Boulder, CO is seeking a technician to support engineering teams on space hardware projects. You will build harnesses, test boards, calibrate lab equipment, and coordinate with facilities for maintenance and upgrades.

Requirements include a high school diploma, 2 years of lab experience, familiarity with SolidWorks or LabVIEW, and ability to read drawings. This is a Boulder-based assignment with a team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years: Basic computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Basic familiarity with SolidWorks, LabVIEW or training.
• 2 years: Experience with standard lab test equipment and tools.
• Ability to build cables and soldering tasks.
• 2 years: Read mechanical/electrical drawings and manuals.
• Familiarity with oscilloscopes, voltmeters and related equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and calibrate laboratory space and equipment.
• Coordinate labs with facilities for maintenance and upgrades.
• Build and test harnesses and boards for space hardware.
• Support engineering staff in parts inspection and delivery coordination.

Skills

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Good communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SolidWorks

LabVIEW

Job description

Southwest Research Institute in Boulder, CO is seeking a technician to support engineering teams on space hardware projects. You will build harnesses, test boards, calibrate lab equipment, and coordinate with facilities for maintenance and upgrades.

Requirements include a high school diploma, 2 years of lab experience, familiarity with SolidWorks or LabVIEW, and ability to read drawings. This is a Boulder-based assignment with a team-oriented environment.