Avionics Technician (I, II, III or Senior)

Location: Onsite near Long Beach, California, United States

Salary: $26.50–$36/hour for Technician I, $31.50–$41.50/hour for Technician II, $36–$50.50/hour for Technician III, and $43.50–$60/hour for Senior Technician.

Company

hirify.global develops autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors for space security and defense.

What you will do

• Build, install, inspect, and test avionics hardware, including flight computers, sensors, RF components, power distribution units, and harnesses.
• Fabricate and install wire harnesses and cable assemblies with correct routing, shielding, strain relief, continuity, and workmanship.
• Integrate avionics components and subsystems into spacecraft structures with engineering and quality teams.
• Conduct continuity, hi-pot, RF link, functional, and environmental testing using GSE and automated test equipment.
• Assemble, inspect, rework, and repair PCB assemblies, including soldering, component placement, conformal coating, and board-level troubleshooting.

Requirements

• Technical degree or certification in avionics, electronics, or a related field.
• Experience assembling, integrating, and testing aerospace avionics systems appropriate to the technician level.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, and work instructions.
• Experience working with ESD-sensitive equipment, FOD-critical processes, and cleanroom operations.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, lift 25 pounds, and operate in constrained or confined spaces.
• Must be located near Long Beach, California, and must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual, or eligible to obtain required ITAR authorizations.

Nice to have

• IPC/WHMA-A-620 certification.
• Spacecraft or launch vehicle avionics integration experience.
• Familiarity with automated test equipment and GSE operation.
• RF systems assembly and testing experience.

Culture & Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, and HRA/HSA options.
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and parental leave.
• 401(k) and equity participation.
• Collaboration across production, engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams.