Propulsion Technician (Fluids/Valves)

Description

As a Propulsion Technician at Impulse, you will be responsible for the precision assembly, testing, inspection, and documentation of high-reliability valves and related fluid components used in spaceflight hardware. This role is hands-on, detail-oriented, and critical to delivering flight-worthy hardware on aggressive timelines.

Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical valve components and sub-assemblies to engineering drawings, work instructions, and travelers
• Perform precision fitting, torquing, sealing, and alignment of components
• Clean, prep, and handle parts in accordance with aerospace cleanliness standards
• Conduct functional checks, leak checks, and basic pressure testing per procedures
• Identify, document, and communicate non-conformances or build issues
• Accurately complete build records, travelers, and quality documentation
• Work closely with engineers, quality, and test teams to resolve build issues
• Support continuous improvement efforts in tooling, processes, and assembly flow
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Support hardware rework, troubleshooting, and root-cause investigations as needed
• Learn and comply with ESD, FOD, and clean-room practices as required
• Operate and maintain pneumatic and hydraulic test equipment
• Assemble instrumented test articles with pressure transducers, thermocouples, and flow meters
• Collect and record data using DAQ systems
• Conduct leak testing in various fluid systems

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical certification or associate degree preferred
• 5+ years of hands-on mechanical assembly experience (aerospace, automotive, medical devices, or similar high-reliability industries)
• Proficiency with hand tools, torque tools, calipers, micrometers, and basic measurement equipment
• Demonstrated building and commissioning GSE (ground support equipment) such as pressure test and leak check panels, including hand bending, routing and fitting tubing
• Demonstrated experience with pressure systems, leak detection methods, or test setups
• Demonstrated experience troubleshooting instrumented test articles

Preferred Skills And Experience

• 6+ years of demonstrated aerospace or spaceflight hardware assembly experience
• 6+ years of demonstrated experience assembling valves, regulators, pumps, or fluid systems
• Familiarity with cleanliness standards (e.g., solvent cleaning, lint-free handling)
• Experience with pressure systems, leak detection methods, or test setups
• Basic understanding of quality systems and configuration control
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety
• Experience working under AS9100 or similar quality frameworks

Pay

$40.00 - $50.00 / hour