Assembly Technician - Electromechanical

About the role

We believe a thriving space economy will enable a vibrant, sustainable, and equitable future here on Earth. That is why we’re building Nova, our fully and rapidly reusable launch vehicle. Designed for daily flight, Nova tackles the core challenges of space transportation by reducing cost, increasing availability, and improving reliability. By radically lowering launch costs and increasing flight cadence, we’re helping create a truly scalable space industry. Our team is mission-driven, collaborative, and empowered to take ownership of their work.

Reusable systems are the key to seamlessly connecting Earth and space. Highly efficient and extremely reliable rockets will make these reusable delivery systems a reality. As an Electromechanical Assembly Technician, you will be responsible for the precise and efficient assembly of a wide range of aerospace hardware, including but not limited to electronically driven servos and thrust vector control (TVC) systems.

Responsibilities

• Precision mechanical assembly using standard hand tools and calibrated precision tools
• Testing and validation of assemblies including vibe and thermal testing
• Soldering wire terminations and splices
• Prepping and bonding hardware
• Following work orders for component builds; documentation of build steps for both new and re-occurring assembly sequences
• Owning and improving build area, including product flow and inventory
• Continually improving processes and procedures
• Precision cleaning of hardware
• Identification of discrepancies, authoring of nonconformance reports, coordination with engineering on dispositions, detailed documentation of steps

Qualifications

• Minimum (2) years of electromechanical assembly experience in aerospace or similar field
• Hands-on experience with mechanical and electronics hardware
• Working knowledge of standard assembly and electrical tools including torque wrenches, soldering irons, hand tools, etc.
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, including mechanical assembly drawings, 3D models and electrical schematics
• Experience with soldering, de-soldering, and reworking electronic assemblies.
• Proficient in working with delicate and high-value assemblies
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work second shift and weekends as needed
• Rigorous attention to detail
• Highest levels of organization
• Unbeatable drive and ownership
• Ability to lead
• Ability to follow

Benefits

• Equity – We know that our employees are the reason we succeed. To give everyone a stake in our future, we are pleased to offer equity in the form of stock options to all regular, full-time employees.
• Comprehensive benefits program including subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• 4 weeks’ Paid Time Off
• Holidays – 10 days (including an end-of-year closure)
• Paid Family/Parental Leave
• On-site gym or monthly wellness stipend (depending on location)
• Dog friendly offices!

Pay

Compensation Target Levels:

• Level 1 Range: $26.25 - $38.52
• Level 2 Range: $32.11 - $48.16
• Level 3 Range: $40.13 - $60.17

Our job posts are intentionally written to attract a wide variety of experience levels, and we make decisions about the right fit on a per-candidate basis. Your actual level and base salary will be decided based on your specific experience and skill level.

ITAR Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.