The role requires both electrical and mechanical integration work to assemble the spacecraft as well as assisting with pneumatic and electrical testing.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assembling and testing spacecraft and ground support equipment
• Assembling and integrating the spacecraft using engineering models and procedures
• Maintaining paperwork, including work instructions, connector mate logs, and test logs
• Setting up, adjusting, and calibrating standard test equipment to conduct functional and environmental testing using test procedures
• Performing spacecraft lifting and handling operations
• Performing spacecraft testing of communications, telemetry and command, thermal, power, and propulsion subsystems per the applicable procedure

Requirements include:

• 2+ years of fundamental experience in assembly, manufacturing or maintenance
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, test plans, and work to procedures
• Ability to perform spacecraft integration tasks in a clean room environment
• Ability to operate cranes, man lifts, tugs & handling equipment
• Experience working with general hand tools and torque wrenches
• Familiar with Windows-style PC operating systems
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Climbing ladders, long durations of standing, grasping, sitting, pulling, and physical bending movements
• Must be able to lift at least 25 lbs unassisted
• Willing and able to work all shifts, overtime, and/or weekends as required
• Willing and able to travel to support off-site launch site processing and environmental testing

Bonus requirements include:

• Experience in the aerospace industry
• Experience with handling and integrating space flight components and spacecraft environmental testing
• Experience with pneumatics or hydraulics
• Experience in operating cranes, man lifts, forklifts, and handling equipment
• Hands-on experience using electrical test equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, spectral analyzers, etc.)
• Understanding and experience in environmental testing such as vibration, shock, thermal, burn-in, and TVAC.

What we offer:

• A compensation package that includes equity and robust benefits
• Base pay is just one component of Astranis's total rewards package
• Your compensation also includes a significant equity package via incentive stock options, high-quality company-subsidized healthcare, disability and life insurance, 401(k) retirement planning, flexible PTO, and free on-site catered meals
• Astranis pay ranges are informed and defined through professional-grade salary surveys and compensation data sources
• The actual base salary offered to a successful candidate will additionally be influenced by a variety of factors including experience, credentials & certifications, educational attainment, skill level requirements, and the level and scope of the position

Base Hourly Pay: $30-$40 USD

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