Avionics Technician Verified today
About AstroForge
AstroForge mines asteroids to extract valuable minerals in space at lower cost and smaller carbon footprint than terrestrial mining methods. We are building the technologies to make space resources accessible on Earth.
The Role
As an Avionics Technician, you will turn technical designs into mission-critical components. You'll assemble and integrate printed circuit boards (PCBs) and cable harness assemblies for both space and ground systems, working in a fast-paced environment where accuracy, quality and reliability are paramount.
What You'll Do
- Build, assemble, and integrate printed circuit boards and cable harness assemblies for space and ground systems
- Fabricate and route complex harnesses, including wiring, connectors, and terminations for high-reliability mission-critical systems
- Perform detailed work using drawings, schematics, and written or verbal instructions to fabricate and install harnesses and electrical components
- Procure and source electrical components under direction of leads and engineers
- Perform rework and repairs on PCBs, cable harnesses, and other electrical assemblies
- Troubleshoot, test, and validate electrical systems to ensure compliance with high-reliability standards
Requirements
- 3 or more years of experience in aerospace or high-reliability environments, with strong background in both PCB assembly and harnessing
- Proficiency in building and troubleshooting cable harness assemblies, including wiring and connector terminations
- Strong skills in reading and interpreting technical drawings, schematics, and documentation
- Hands-on experience with standard electronics assembly tools, hand soldering, multimeters, power supplies, and test equipment
- IPC-620 certification (current or previous)
- Ability to work onsite in Seal Beach, CA
- Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15)
Preferred Qualifications
- Technical degree in electronics, avionics, or related field
- IPC-620-Space or NASA-STD 8739.4 certification or equivalent training
- Experience with hipot testing, applying staking material, and applying conformal coat to printed circuit boards
- Experience working with energized power systems, high-voltage systems, battery systems, or RF assemblies
- J-STD-001 certification
Compensation and Benefits
- Salary: $35-45 per hour
- 100% paid medical, dental, and life insurance coverage
- Vision and FSA benefits available
- 3 weeks PTO plus 1 week sick time
- 10 paid holidays
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
- Equity on the ground floor of a startup