Avionics Integration Technician Verified today

About the Role

Reusable launch systems connect Earth and space. Well-made vehicle electronics will make or break a mission. As an Avionics Integration Technician, you are a fundamental part of the production process for the avionics system from end-to-end. You will produce custom wire harnesses, electronic and electromechanical assemblies to exacting specifications, perform functional tests, and install your products on flight and test vehicles. You act as the final check on engineering designs, providing invaluable feedback as we scale the space economy.

Responsibilities

• Assemble vehicle and ground wire harnesses and electromechanical assemblies
• Test harnesses using continuity and hi-pot testing
• Install components on flight vehicles and test stands
• Perform functional tests of assemblies using bespoke test equipment
• Monitor inventories of parts
• Program and operate automated wire stripping, crimping, and torquing equipment
• Perform vibe, shock, and thermal testing to validate hardware integrity and flight-readiness

Required Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in aerospace, automotive, medical, or equivalent environment
• Ability to review and execute work instructions
• Rigorous attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with configuration-controlled drawings, specifications, and as-built configuration
• Comfort with aerospace-grade wiring harnesses and both hand and automatic harnessing tools
• Soldering and PCBA rework experience
• ESD protected area experience
• FOD and tool control processes knowledge
• Hi-pot and continuity testing of cable assemblies
• Experience terminating D38999 connectors, D-SUB, and working with ETFE/PTFE cable
• Ability to review and author work instructions
• Instrumentation and controls installation and operation
• Basic command line interactions or coding (Python)

Compensation

Target hourly ranges depend on experience level:

• Level 1: $26.25 - $38.52/hour
• Level 2: $32.11 - $48.16/hour

Your actual level and base salary will be decided based on your specific experience and skill level.

Benefits

• Equity: stock options for all regular, full-time employees
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance (subsidized)
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• 4 weeks paid time off
• 10 paid holidays (including end-of-year closure)
• Paid family/parental leave
• On-site gym or monthly wellness stipend
• Dog friendly offices

Work Authorization

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations (ITAR), you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Employment is contingent on satisfactory reference and background checks, proof of identity, and authorization to work in the U.S. You must complete an I-9 form and E-Verify confirmation of employment eligibility.