TPS Technician I, First Shift (Aerospace Manufacturing)

Location: Long Beach, California, United States; onsite, first shift, Monday–Friday, 5:00 AM–3:30 PM PT. The role has a baseline expectation of a 50-hour workweek and may include occasional overtime.

Salary: $22.80–$34.20 USD per hour.

Company

hirify.global develops reusable rockets and manufacturing systems, including the Terran R launch vehicle.

What you will do

• Manufacture thermal protection system components and subassemblies for Terran R.
• Perform adhesive bonding operations, including surface preparation, adhesive mixing and application, and vacuum bagging.
• Follow engineering drawings, specifications, work instructions, and manufacturing procedures with minimal supervision.
• Operate hand tools, pneumatic tools, calibrated equipment, and Manufacturing Execution System software.
• Collaborate with engineers, quality inspectors, supervisors, and technicians to troubleshoot production issues and improve processes.
• Support downstream manufacturing operations while maintaining safety, quality, and shop organization.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 0–1 years of experience in aerospace, automotive, composites, fabrication, assembly, or another related hands-on field.
• Basic experience using hand tools, power tools, or production equipment in a manufacturing or shop environment.
• Ability to follow written instructions, drawings, specifications, and established manufacturing processes.
• Strong attention to detail, safety, quality, documentation, and effective communication.
• Willingness to learn adhesive bonding, surface preparation, vacuum bagging, and flight-hardware assembly.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary and equity.
• Paid time off and sick leave.
• Parental leave.
• Annual learning and development stipend.
• Cross-functional collaboration with manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams.