Spacecraft Integration Technician (Aerospace)

Location: Redondo Beach, United States; onsite. Must be able to work all shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed. Limited travel may be required, approximately 10%.

Salary: $35.00–$45.00 per hour

Company

hirify.global Space develops in-space transportation vehicles and propulsion systems for orbital transport, payload deployment, and precision reentry services.

What you will do

• Assemble, install, integrate, and test flight-ready spacecraft hardware, including harnesses, cables, and mechanical and composite assemblies.
• Operate precision-calibrated tools such as torque wrenches, micrometers, and calipers, along with mechanical hand and power tools.
• Read technical drawings, manuals, reports, procedures, specifications, and test instructions.
• Perform hands-on work with subassemblies in ESD-sensitive integration facilities.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and design engineers to develop and document production activities and procedures.
• Complete production work safely, professionally, and on schedule, including environmental testing when required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 5 years of experience in hardware assembly, testing, and/or installation of flight hardware.
• Experience reading technical drawings and using calibrated tooling and precision measurement instruments.
• Experience working in ESD-sensitive integration facilities and handling flight and non-flight cables and harnesses.
• Ability to lift at least 25 lbs. unassisted, climb ladders, and work in tight spaces.
• Applicants must be U.S. Persons or eligible to obtain an export license under applicable U.S. export regulations, including ITAR and EAR.

Nice to have

• 8+ years of final assembly experience on rockets, spacecraft, satellites, or complex spacecraft and rocket subassemblies.
• Experience with environmental testing such as thermal vacuum, thermal cycle, vibration, shock, acoustics, and system pressure testing.
• Experience with CAD software such as NX, SolidWorks, or CATIA.
• Knowledge of pressure, temperature, and flow measurement devices, mechanical and electrical systems, and propulsion engines.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant license.

Culture & Benefits

• Full-time employment in a fast-paced spacecraft manufacturing environment.
• Medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• Access to a 401(k) retirement plan.
• Eligibility for long-term incentives in the form of stock options.
• Work may involve changing responsibilities and collaboration across engineering and production.

Hiring process

• Application and resume review.
• Introductory and technical phone interviews.
• Onsite interview followed by an offer.