Spacecraft Hardware Development Specialist

What you'll do

• Partner with design engineers to iterate hardware quickly and optimize manufacturability for space qualification.
• Manage the full development arc including prototyping, development builds, and rigorous testing.
• Perform mechanical and electrical assembly of various spacecraft mechanisms.
• Troubleshoot hardware issues and test setup problems to identify root causes.
• Design and build custom automation equipment and fixtures to support testing and manufacturing needs.
• Organize and maintain lab spaces, including equipment calibration tracking and layout adjustments.
• Maintain detailed documentation for all builds, test records, and project notes.

What we're looking for

• Must be a U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or granted asylum/refugee status for export control compliance.
• Associate's degree or equivalent experience in Electronics, Mechanics, Product Design, Manufacturing Technologies, or another STEM field.
• 4+ years of experience in a Space, Aerospace, Military, Precision fabrication, or Test environment.
• 1+ year of experience working with precision mechanical and electrical fabrication and testing.
• Knowledge of tools and measurement devices such as oscilloscopes and frequency analyzers.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work at heights above 6 feet.
• Familiarity with aerospace/space quality standards for mechanical and electrical components.
• Experience in R&D, hardware qualification testing, custom tooling design, or machining operations is preferred.