Lead Spacecraft Mechanisms Technician- West Texas

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Lead Spacecraft Mechanisms Technician to join a Commercial Space Technology company located in West Texas through 100% onsite work.

About the role

The Lead Mechanisms Technician will perform hands-on mechanical assembly, integration, and testing of spacecraft mechanisms while leading junior technicians and supporting high-rate satellite production.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on assembly, integration, and testing of spacecraft mechanical subsystems
• Build mechanism sub-assemblies, actuators, hinges, deployment systems, and release devices
• Integrate mechanical assemblies onto spacecraft structures
• Support developmental, qualification, and acceptance testing
• Conduct inspections, verification, and anomaly identification during build and test
• Provide detailed feedback to engineering to improve designs and processes
• Lead complex assembly operations and mentor junior technicians
• Train lower-level technicians in proper techniques and workmanship
• Support production and verification throughout spacecraft manufacturing

Requirements

• 5–15 years of experience working with high-reliability aerospace, satellite, launch vehicle, or precision mechanical systems
• Strong hands-on experience with mechanical assembly, integration, and testing in manual or low-automation environments
• Knowledge of spacecraft mechanisms, deployment systems, actuators, and mechanical subsystems
• Experience reading engineering drawings and following technical procedures
• Experience with environmental testing (vibe, shock, TVAC) preferred
• Familiarity with RCCA, nonconformance documentation, and cleanroom practices
• Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology or related field (or equivalent military/industry experience)
• Must be eligible to work in the United States

Pay

Salary Range: $90,000–$120,000 depending on experience

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• RSUs
• Unlimited PTO (after 90 days)
• Sick Leave as required by law
• Holidays
• $10K Relocation bonus + $5K temporary housing allotment
• Monthly stipend ($750–$1000)

Schedule

100% onsite – Permian Basin/West Texas area, TX