Lead Spacecraft Mechanisms Technician- Western Texas - 172135

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Lead Spacecraft Mechanisms Technician to join a commercial space technology company in Western Texas. This role is 100% onsite and involves 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.

Qualifications

• 5–15 years of experience 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 (vibration, 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.

Compensation

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

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage.
• RSUs (restricted stock units).
• Unlimited PTO (after 90 days) and sick leave as required by law.
• Holidays.
• $10,000 relocation bonus plus $5,000 temporary housing allotment.
• Monthly stipend for housing ($750–$1,000).

Clearance

Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Location

100% onsite – Permian Basin/Western Texas area, TX.