Structures Technician (I,II,III or Senior)
True Anomaly is dedicated to building technology for space superiority. As a Structures Technician, you will be responsible for the hands-on fabrication, assembly, and integration of advanced aerospace structures, while contributing to the setup of a new manufacturing facility.
Responsibilities
- Build, assemble, fit, and install precision structural and mechanical components for spacecraft and space systems, working from engineering drawings and work instructions
- Collaborate closely with engineering teams from design and manufacturing across all subsystems, including fluids and propulsion, avionics, mechanical and structural, test, and quality teams to integrate mechanical structures into space vehicles
- Perform precision drilling operations to specified tolerances using appropriate tools and techniques. Ensure proper hole alignment, cleanliness, and dimensional accuracy. Conduct countersinking, reaming, and riveting as required to meet NAS standards
- Install rivets, bolts, hand fasteners, and other structural fasteners with precision, ensuring proper fit, alignment, and finish. Verify correct torque specifications and fastening procedures according to aerospace standards
Skills
- Tech degree or certification in relevant field
- Years of experience in spacecraft or space products assembly in line with technician level
- Demonstrated excellence in structural and mechanical assembly and integration
- Proficiency in reading engineering drawings, schematics, process sheets, and work instructions
- Experience with electrostatic discharge sensitive, foreign object and debris critical, and cleanroom operations
- Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to lift 25lbs and work in and around constrained and confined spaces
- Machining and component manufacturing experience
- Operating industrial and other large machinery
- Experience with crane and other lift operations and rigging
Benefits
- Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave
- Work Location—Successful candidates will be located near Long Beach or Los Angeles. While we observe a hybrid work environment, some work must be done on site.
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