Assembly Technician
Valves
Posted on 2/2/2023
INACTIVE
ABL Space Systems

201-500 employees

Rockets for small satellite launches
Company Overview
ABL Space Systems was founded in 2017 by veterans of SpaceX and Morgan Stanley to develop low-cost launch vehicles for the small satellite industry. More importantly, they're building a launch system they are truly proud of – no gimmicks or over-design, just reliable, rapidly deployable launches.
Aerospace
B2B

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$460.2M

Founded

2017

Headquarters

El Segundo, California

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-6%

1 year growth

-1%

2 year growth

24%
Locations
El Segundo, CA, USA
Experience Level
Entry
Junior
Mid
Senior
Expert
Requirements
  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate
  • 2+ years of experience working in an aerospace, manufacturing, military, or automotive environment
  • 2+ years of experience performing hydraulic, pneumatic proof, leak, thermal, and electrical tests
  • 2+ years of professional assembly experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Prior experience in the aerospace industry
  • Ability to read mechanical assembly drawings and blueprints
  • High attention to detail in order to ensure safety and accuracy of assembly procedures
  • Previous experience with interaction and correspondence with support engineers
  • A&P license
  • Embodies team mentality; coachable and reliable
  • Experience with mechanical and electrical systems
  • Strong mathematical, basic computer, problem-solving, decision-making skills, and strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to make full use of computer network systems
  • The ability to work independently or as part of a team, meet aggressive schedules
  • Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment
  • Ability to solve complex problems with minimal supervision on tight schedules
  • Ability to take project goals inputs and works towards that end-goal beyond individual task assignment
  • Grow your skillset (seal installation, assembly, pressurized testing, etc.) and expertise across products (pneumatic, electromechanical, and passive valves) while training peers in a fast-growing team
  • 5S knowledge and LEAN experience
  • Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime, and/or weekends, and travel as needed
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted
  • Standing, lifting, bending, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position
Responsibilities
  • Deliver high-quality components for RS-1 by collaborating with engineering and leadership to achieve ABL's component delivery rate in a reliable manner
  • Precisely assemble motors, pumps, valves, regulators, and mechanisms per work instructions and ABL specifications
  • Record passdown of completed work and report to the lead technician or manager
  • Responsible for maintaining a safe, professional, and neat work area, adhering to 5S industry standards
  • Set the standard for a rigorous and efficient technician team, operating with high efficiency and utilization across a broad mix of products
  • Provide recommendations to design/instructions/process to improve reliability, manufacturability, quality, or rate of components
  • Collaborate & cooperate with team members to achieve daily, weekly, and monthly targets
  • Be flexible and willing to adapt to “best practices” in order to meet production demands