Electronics Assembly Technician II

About the role

At CesiumAstro, we are developers and pioneers of out‑of‑the‑box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross‑functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across the organization. We are seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward‑thinking individuals for an Electronics Assembly Technician II position. In this role you will be a key team member ensuring the quality and delivery of our products meets customer expectations, working in a startup environment where you may wear many hats, including assisting with inventory cycle counts, shipping and receiving, and other tasks as needed.

Responsibilities

• Build, repair, and maintain SMT circuit cards and electronics final assemblies.
• Ensure product quality and delivery meets customer expectations.
• Perform cycle counts of inventory.
• Assist with shipping and receiving functions.
• Work with team members to clarify production roles.
• Communicate regularly with engineers and design staff to ensure designs are implemented correctly.
• Use tools to make or repair parts and products.
• Maintain a clean workspace and follow preventive maintenance routines.
• Maintain inventory and place orders for supplies as needed.
• Complete quality control forms using basic computer skills.
• Work in an ESD and FOD‑controlled environment.
• Follow strict safety guidelines with minimal supervision.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in electronic assembly operations (SMT, AOI, component prep, X‑ray, de‑panel, soldering).
• Ability to interpret schematics, drawings, diagrams, and other visual aids for assembly.
• Experience in high‑reliability industries such as Aerospace, Automotive, or Medical devices.
• Excellent hand‑eye coordination.
• Ability to differentiate between colors to identify colored electrical wires.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to read parts lists and verify completeness.
• Familiarity with routine preventive maintenance.
• Experience maintaining inventory and ordering supplies.
• Basic computer skills for completing quality control forms.
• Familiarity working in ESD and FOD‑controlled environments.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and follow strict safety guidelines.
• Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, conditional resident, asylee, refugee, or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State (export compliance).

Benefits

• Company stock options.
• Generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life, disability, and retirement plans.