Integration Technician (Tanks)

Integration Technician (Tanks)

Department: Manufacturing

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Redondo Beach

Compensation: $35.00 - $45.00 / hour

Description

As a Tanks Integration Technician at Impulse, you will be doing final assembly, integration & test of flight hardware for our Helios vehicle. Helios is Impulse's kick-stage designed for deeper space missions. This hardware will consist of anything from harnesses, and cables, to mechanical and composite assemblies.

Responsibilities

Assemble, install, and test flight-ready hardware

Use precision calibrated tools - torque wrenches, micrometers and calipers

Hands on operations with sub-assemblies

Read and interpret technical drawings, and follow detailed work instructions

Perform work according to procedures, specifications, and test instructions; sometimes in an ambiguous environment

Use various mechanical tools without instruction

Collaborate with manufacturing & design engineers to develop and document activities/procedures

Ensure all production services are performed on time, safely and in a professional manner

Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

5+ years of experience in hardware assembly, test, and/or installation of flight hardware

Skill in operating and manipulating machinery and various hand and power tools requiring manual dexterity

A demonstrated ability in reading/understanding technical drawings, manuals and reports

Demonstrated experience working in ESD sensitive integration facilities

Experience mating/de-mating/handling of flight and non-flight cables and harness

Demonstrated experience using calibrated tooling (torque wrenches, precision measuring instruments, etc.)

Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment

Proficient with computers and the ability to use MS Office and Manufacturing Execution Software (Ion, Manufacturo, or other)

Preferred Skills and Experience

8+ years' of demonstrated experience performing final assembly on rockets, spacecraft or satellites, or complicated spacecraft or rocket sub-assemblies

Experience with environmental testing (System Pressure, Thermal Vacuum, Thermal Cycle, Vibe, Shock, Acoustics), including operating associated test equiptment

Experience with CAD Software (NX, SolidWorks, Catia, etc)

Demonstrated knowledge and experience with pressure, temperature and flow measurement devices, mechanical and electrical systems, and propulsion engines

FAA Airframe and PowerPlant license

Experience in fast-paced production environment with flight hardware

Knowledge of pressure, temperature and flow measurement devices, mechanical and electrical systems, and propulsion engines

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime, and/or weekends as needed

Must be able to lift at least 25 lbs. unassisted

Must be able to climb ladders and be comfortable working in tight spaces

Limited travel may be required (approximately 10%)

Additional Information:

Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan.

Impulse Space's spacecraft manufacturing business is subject to U.S. export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). This position requires applicants to be either U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent U.S. resident (green card holder), an individual granted asylum in the U.S., or an individual admitted in U.S. refugee status) or persons eligible to obtain an export license from the U.S. Departments of State, Commerce, or other applicable U.S. government agencies. Learn more about the ITAR here.

Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Impulse Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.