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Avionics Technician (Opto-mechanical)

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescriptionAs an Avionics Technician (Opto-mechanical) at Impulse, you’ll be responsible for assembling, inspecting and reworking optical and opto-mechanical assemblies used in low-earth orbit and beyond. Your work will directly impact the reliability and mission success of our Mira and Helios spacecraft. 
Responsibilities· Perform opto-mechanical and electromechanical assembly work. · Interpret and work from detailed engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, and work instructions ·Use optical metrology tools to check quality of optical assemblies. · Troubleshoot issues and rework optical assemblies. · Work with manufacturing engineers to improve assembly rate and efficiency · Collaborate with engineers and quality assurance on issue resolution, process improvements, and documentation updates. · Record build data and ensure traceability of parts and workmanship per aerospace standards. 


Minimum Qualifications· High school diploma or equivalency certificate ·4+ years of experience with opto-mechanical assembly, such as assembling and aligning lenses and mirrors. · 4+ years of experience in a production environment, e.g. in aerospace, automotive, consumer electronics, etc. · Attention to detail · Excellent communication (written and verbal) and teamwork skills 


Skills and Experience

Additional Information:

·2+ years of experience operating centration machines and interferometers ·2+ years of experience with adhesives in a production environment · 5+ years of demonstrated experience working on opto-mechanical assemblies for space applications. ·Electromechanical assembly experience · Cleanroom experience 

Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan.


To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. , 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. Learn more about the ITAR here.  

Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Impulse Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by , , , , /, veteran status, status, , , , marital status, mental or physical or any other legally protected status.

Avionics Technician (Opto-mechanical)

Redondo Beach, CA
Full time

Published on 08/30/2025

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