Assembly Technician - Aft End (Aerospace)

Location: On-site in Kent, Washington, United States. Must be eligible to work with technology and technical data controlled under U.S. ITAR regulations and able to complete U.S. employment verification requirements.

Salary: Level 2 range $32.11–$48.16; Level 3 range $40.13–$60.17.

Company

hirify.global is developing Nova, a fully and rapidly reusable launch vehicle designed to reduce launch costs and increase flight cadence.

What you will do

• Assemble and integrate rocket engines, primary structure, fluid lines, harnesses, instrumentation, and related aft-end subsystems.
• Lead AFT build and integration activities, including area layout, tooling, processes, scheduling, and daily tasking.
• Install and torque flight-critical hardware according to engineering drawings and work instructions.
• Perform precision alignments, fit-checks, and measurements using calibrated tools.
• Conduct and support pneumatic and cryogenic testing, leak checks, and functional checkouts.
• Troubleshoot integration issues, document non-conformances, improve processes, and maintain complete assembly and test records.

Requirements

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in aerospace manufacturing, aviation maintenance, complex mechanical assembly, or rocket/jet engine assembly and test.
• Ability to read complex engineering drawings, blueprints, and schematics.
• Proficiency with calipers, micrometers, torque wrenches, and other calibrated hand tools.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to motivate others, delegate effectively, and maintain high quality standards.
• Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime, and weekends; lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted; and work in confined spaces and at heights.

Nice to have

• Launch vehicle assembly, integration, or testing experience.
• Experience with cryogenic fluids such as liquid oxygen or methane and high-pressure systems.
• Knowledge of pressure, temperature, and flow measurement devices.
• Lean Manufacturing and 5S experience.
• Experience with 3D CAD model viewing or ERP/MRP systems.

Culture & Benefits

• Equity in the form of stock options for regular, full-time employees.
• Subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-paid life and disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan with employer match, four weeks of paid time off, holidays, and paid family/parental leave.
• On-site gym or monthly wellness stipend, depending on location.