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Terran Orbital

Designs, manufactures, and operates small satellites

AIT Technician - EPS Module Assembly

Product AssemblyPosted on Nov 10
Full-timeIrvine, CA, USA$28 - $37

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or GED is required.
  • At least two years of professional hands-on technician experience in electromechanical assembly or spacecraft or spacecraft-hardware manufacturing is required.
  • Ability to read, understand, and follow detailed work instructions for assembling and testing flight products, including blueprints and schematic drawings, is required.
  • Proficiency with Windows 10, Microsoft Office products, and internet browser applications is required.
  • Knowledge of soldering tools and practices is required.
  • Familiarity with cleanroom cleanliness standards and electrostatic discharge precautions is required.
  • Ability to perform detailed inspections and quality-control tasks with excellent visual acuity is required.
  • Ability to accurately distinguish a wide range of colors is required.
  • Ability to meet attendance requirements and stand for most of the working day is required.
  • Ability to work with limited supervision and maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace is required.
  • U.S. Person or lawful permanent resident status is required to comply with U.S. government space technology export regulations.
  • The applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Responsibilities

  • Follow detailed procedures to assemble complex electronic and mechanical modules.
  • Operate hand tools, including screwdrivers, torque wrenches, and light power tools.
  • Adapt priorities quickly while working in a fast-paced environment.
  • Communicate statuses, issues, and suggestions to the support engineering team.
  • Update documentation and hardware statuses through online services.
  • Perform basic avionics work and electrical troubleshooting.
  • Assist with spacecraft integration activities.
  • Perform all job functions safely and professionally.
  • Keep work areas neat, clean, safe, and orderly.
  • Perform miscellaneous laboratory duties, including kitting, inventory, and organization tasks.
  • Perform other assigned tasks and responsibilities.

Desired Qualifications

  • J-STD-001 certification is preferred but not required.

About the Company

Terran Orbital

Designs, manufactures, and operates small satellites

Terran Orbital designs, builds, and operates small satellites for communications, Earth observation, and scientific research. Its products are small, purpose-built satellites that host specific payloads, deployed into orbit to collect data, enable communications, or support science missions, with ground operations and data services coordinating the end-to-end workflow. The company differentiates itself through its end-to-end capabilities in the small-satellite space—covering design, manufacturing, and real-time operations for both commercial and government customers—along with strategic partnerships and, since late 2024, integration with Lockheed Martin to scale resources and access broader aerospace capabilities. Its goal is to advance small-satellite technology and maintain leadership in the sector by delivering reliable, scalable orbital solutions and expanding opportunities across defense, commercial, and scientific markets.

Company size
201-500
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Boca Raton, FL
Founded
2013

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