Spaceflight Propulsion Technician – Fluids & Valves

Impulsespace; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 55,104 - 68,880; Full time

Job summary

Impulse Space is seeking a Propulsion Technician (Fluids/Valves) in Boulder County to join our manufacturing team. You will assemble, test, inspect, and document high‑reliability valves and related fluid components used in spaceflight hardware on aggressive timelines.

The role emphasizes hands‑on work, meticulous attention to detail, and collaboration with engineering, QA, and test teams. A strong background in mechanical assembly and aerospace handling is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; technical certification or associate degree preferred.
• 5+ years of hands-on mechanical assembly experience in high‑reliability industries.
• Proficiency with hand tools, torque tools, calipers, micrometers, and basic measurement equipment.
• Experience building and commissioning GSE such as pressure test and leak check panels.
• Experience with pressure systems, leak detection methods, or test setups.
• Experience troubleshooting instrumented test articles.

Responsibilities

• Asseble valve components and sub‑assemblies to drawings and travelers.
• Perform precision fitting, torquing, sealing, and alignment of components.
• Clean, prep, and handle parts per aerospace cleanliness standards.
• Conduct functional checks, leak checks, and basic pressure testing per procedures.
• Identify, document, and communicate non‑conformances or build issues.
• Accurately complete build records, travelers, and quality documentation.
• Work with engineers, quality, and test teams to resolve build issues.
• Support continuous improvement in tooling, processes, and assembly flow.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Support hardware rework, troubleshooting, and root‑cause investigations as needed.
• Learn and comply with ESD, FOD, and clean‑room practices as required.
• Operate and maintain pneumatic and hydraulic test equipment.
• Assemble instrumented test articles with pressure transducers, thermocouples, and flow meters.
• Collect and record data using DAQ systems.
• Conduct leak testing in various fluid systems.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Reading engineering drawings

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical certification or associate degree preferred

Tools

Torque tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Basic measurement equipment

Pressure test panels

Job description

Impulse Space is seeking a Propulsion Technician (Fluids/Valves) in Boulder County to join our manufacturing team. You will assemble, test, inspect, and document high‑reliability valves and related fluid components used in spaceflight hardware on aggressive timelines.

The role emphasizes hands‑on work, meticulous attention to detail, and collaboration with engineering, QA, and test teams. A strong background in mechanical assembly and aerospace handling is essential.