Varda Space
Spacecraft Technician (Propulsion and Harness Integration – Satellites)
El Segundo, California, United States · Staff+
Sponsorship not specified$25k-$50kDetected 26 days ago
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About the role
- Spacecraft Technician ( Propulsion and Harness Integration - Satellites ) is responsible for the assembly, installation, routing, integration, and verification of satellite propulsion systems and electrical harnesses.
- The ideal candidate has hands-on experience working with flight hardware, mechanical assemblies, tubing, fittings, electrical harnesses, connectors, and cleanroom processes.
- This position requires strong attention to detail, the ability to follow work instructions, and a commitment to quality and safety.
Responsibilities
- Brackets, mounts, and support hardware
- Perform mechanical assembly using approved drawings, work instructions, and specifications.
- Support leak checks, pressure checks, functional testing, and system verification.
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience in aerospace, satellite, aircraft, automotive, defense, or high-reliability manufacturing.
- Experience reading and following:
- Ability to use common hand tools, torque wrenches, calipers, multimeters, and inspection tools.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work with flight or high-value hardware.
- Hands-on experience with mechanical assembly and electrical harness installation.
- Torque fasteners and fittings to required values using calibrated tools.
Nice to have
- Experience with satellite or spacecraft integration.
- Experience with propulsion systems, fluid systems, tubing, fittings, and pressure systems.
- Experience with harness routing, connector mating, crimping, soldering, or continuity testing.
- Familiarity with ESD, FOD, and cleanroom protocols.
- Experience supporting leak checks, pressure testing, or functional testing.
- Knowledge of aerospace quality systems and nonconformance processes.
- Experience with flight hardware traceability and configuration control.
- IPC/WHMA-A-620 or J-STD-001 certification is a plus.
Compensation
- Technician I: $29 to $33 per hour
- Technician II: $34 to $39 per hour
- Sr. Technician: $40 to $45 per hour
- Leveling and base salary is determined by job-related skills, education level, experience level, and job performance
- Follow work instructions and drawings with minimal supervision.
- Complete builds safely, correctly, and on schedule.
Benefits
- Flexible PTO policy + 12 paid holidays
- 100% company-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans for employees and dependents with FSA and employer-matched HSA options<
- Varda offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support health, financial well‑being, and a high‑quality workplace experience.
- Below is an overview of what full‑time employees receive (at this time, interns receive a subset of benefits):
- Health & Wellness
- You will be eligible for incentives in the form of stock options and/or long-term cash awards
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