Mechanisms Technician (Aerospace)

Location: Los Angeles, United States; onsite work at the Playa Vista office. U.S. Person status is required because the role involves export-controlled data.

Salary: $31–$46 per hour, excluding benefits.

Company

hirify.global develops and manufactures satellite buses at scale for spacecraft applications including earth observation and communications.

What you will do

• Assemble and integrate solar array structural subassemblies, including pantograph mechanisms, hinges, deployment arms, and panel frames.
• Install and torque mechanical fasteners using calibrated tools, maintain torque records, and perform precision alignment with calipers, micrometers, and indicators.
• Execute bonding and adhesive operations according to engineering procedures.
• Support mechanism deployment testing, including stroke verification and hinge articulation checks.
• Maintain cleanroom and FOD prevention protocols and document assembly activities, non-conformances, and rework.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers on fit, clearance, assembly, procedure, and continuous-improvement issues.

Requirements

• U.S. Person status required for export-controlled work.
• 3+ years of precision mechanical assembly experience in aerospace, defense, or high-tech manufacturing.
• Experience with mechanical fastening, torque procedures, precision measurement tools, articulating mechanisms, linkages, or deployment systems.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and GD&T callouts.
• Cleanroom and FOD prevention experience or working knowledge.
• Strong manual dexterity, computer skills, communication skills, and ability to collaborate with engineers and technicians.

Nice to have

• Spacecraft solar array or deployable structure assembly experience.
• Familiarity with pantograph, scissor, or accordion-style deployment mechanisms.
• Solar array or photovoltaic manufacturing experience.
• Familiarity with NASA-STD-5020 workmanship standards.

Culture & Benefits

• Equity participation and a fast-growing startup environment.
• Company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents, plus life insurance.
• Paid vacation starting at 15 days, additional paid holidays, and 8 weeks of paid parental leave.
• 401(k) plan with employer matching and childcare reimbursement for work-related travel.
• Catered lunch, snacks, office activities, productivity equipment, and an in-person collaborative workplace.