Electro-Mechanical Technician (Aerospace)

Location: Pasadena, California, United States; onsite work with the ability to commute to buildings required.

Hourly pay range: $30–$40 USD per hour in California.

Company

hirify.global is an end-to-end space company developing rockets, spacecraft, robotic systems, and critical subsystems for lunar, planetary, satellite, and other space missions.

What you will do

• Perform mechanical and electrical assembly of PCB assemblies and flight hardware.
• Build electrical subassemblies and fabricate wire harnesses, including first-article and prototype assemblies.
• Execute through-hole and SMT soldering and desoldering operations.
• Support conformal coating, masking, epoxy application, mechanical integration, and electrical testing.
• Validate parts lists, inspect hardware with portable measuring devices, and document verification results.
• Assist with production process development for first-time manufacturing runs while maintaining shop cleanliness and organization.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED with relevant electro-mechanical assembly experience.
• Experience fabricating harnesses and electro-mechanical assemblies, including prototype development and first-article builds.
• Experience performing electronic testing and inspection using portable measuring devices.
• Ability to read and follow schematics, engineering drawings, circuit layouts, and parts lists.
• Proficiency in through-hole and SMT soldering and desoldering, along with computer and Microsoft Office skills.
• U.S. citizenship is required due to program requirements; U.S. office roles are subject to ITAR eligibility and applicable U.S. work authorization requirements.

Nice to have

• Associate degree in electronics, mechatronics, or a related field.
• Certification or experience with NASA-STD-8739.3, IPC-610, J-STD-001, or equivalent standards.
• Cleanroom, aerospace, avionics, flight hardware, or controlled manufacturing experience.
• Familiarity with AS9100 or similar quality management systems.
• Strong attention to detail, accurate documentation, and independent problem-solving skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Cross-functional work on precision robotic and aerospace hardware that supports space missions.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, including HMO, PPO, and HDHP options with HSA contributions.
• Paid vacation, sick time, holidays, parental leave, disability and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match and employee stock purchase program with a 15% discount.
• Additional benefits may include onsite fitness centers, subsidized EV charging, gym discounts, and employee discounts.