Avionics Solar Technician
Job Location:
Job Location:
Redondo Beach, CA - USA
Hourly Salary:
USD 30 - 45
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Posted on:
4 hours ago
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Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
You will play a critical role in the hands-on fabrication assembly and testing of solar array hardware. This role will focus on mechanical assembly and production testing.
Responsibilities
- Perform manual soldering of solar cell strings including tab ribbon soldering cell-to-cell interconnects and bypass diode attachment.
- Execute gull-wing and other precision solder joint formations on solar array circuit interconnects per IPC workmanship standards.
- Handle ultra-thin solar cells glass cover sheets and silicon substrates with care to prevent micro-cracking or contamination.
- Inspect solder joints visually and with optical aids; identify and disposition non-conforming joints.
- Perform rework and repair of solder connections per approved rework procedures.
- Maintain cleanroom protocols ESD controls and FOD prevention throughout all soldering operations.
- Document assembly activities rework operations and non-conformances in production records.
- Use production software and digital work instruction systems accurately.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of assembly and integration processes recommending and implementing efficiency enhancements and quality
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- 2 years of experience in a hands-on manufacturing environment
- Ability to read and follow work instructions
- Demonstrate high level of ownership and problem-solving abilities
- Able to set up and use a torque wrench and other hand tools
- Experience performing crimping wire striping continuity testing
- Ability to adapt to changing work assignments under tight deadlines
Preferred Skills and Experience
- Experience in a fast-paced production development environment
- Experience with in-space electro-mechanical assemblies
- Experience with aerospace industry/ramp up new project
Additional Requirements
- Must be able to perform repetitive tasks such as bending or twisting grasping standing lifting pushing stooping stretching carrying and use hands to operate tools or machine controls
- Must be able to lift and carry parts or equipment up to 25 lbs. unassisted
- Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
- Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed
Additional Information:
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 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.
Impulse Spaces spacecraft manufacturing business is subject to U.S. export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). This position requires applicants to be either U.S. Persons (i.e. U.S. citizen U.S. national lawful permanent U.S. resident (green card holder) an individual granted asylum in the U.S. or an individual admitted in U.S. refugee status) or persons eligible to obtain an export license from the U.S. Departments of State Commerce or other applicable U.S. government agencies. 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 race color religion gender national origin/ethnicity veteran status disability status age sexual orientation gender identity marital status mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Required Experience:
IC
