Application close date:
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.
This role supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a single-configuration, heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to low-Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar, and beyond. Its first stage is fully reusable, and the vehicle was designed from the beginning to be human-capable.
We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact the program. Passion for our mission and vision is required!
Special Mentions:- This position has flexible schedule options including Wednesday - Saturday and is scheduled for 40 hours with additional weekdays/overtime as requested.
- Interviews will include a technical assessment
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:- Assembling flight-grade avionics
- Testing and qualifying avionics
- Soldering PCBAs and other SMT level board work down to 0201
- Building wire harness/cable assemblies
- Integrating avionics and ground support hardware into electronics testbeds
- Provide feedback on new assemblies, identifying needed improvements to existing designs and improving or updating outdated designs.
- Serve internal and external customers, across multiple systems and multiple platforms.
- To foster a focus on safety, collaboration and quality allowing us to work together to determine the best path forward, balancing speed and safety to create high quality components that will propel future astronauts and payloads into space for the improvement of humanity.
- Contribute to lab 5s initiatives and process improvement projects.
Minimum Qualifications:- Experience with ESD prevention and controls
- Novice understanding of basic electronics theory - voltage, resistance, current
- Ability to interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, mechanical drawings, and written assembly procedures.
- 2+ years of experience in assembly of avionics, medical devices, or other similar high precision assemblies.
- Proficient in the use of basic electronic lab test equipment, such as power supplies and handheld multimeters
- Ability to use standard mechanical tools, precision measuring devices and fabrication shop equipment.
- Ability to lift 25 lbs.
- Basic computer literacy and familiarity with Microsoft office suite (Excel, Word, etc.)
- Good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Strong analytical and organizational skills, attention-to-detail, and desire for continuous improvement
Preferred Qualifications:- Current or expired certifications in PCBA inspection (IPC-A-610), harness assembly (IPC/WHMA-A-620), soldering (J-STD-001), PCBA rework (IPC-7711/7721)
- Experience handling/installing ESD sensitive components.
- Experience with hipot and/or Cirris harness testers
- Experience in staking and conformal coating
- Experience with potting
- Experience working in a R&D within space, aviation, automotive or medical fields.
Compensation Range for:
WA applicants is $36.60 - $51.23
Other site ranges may differBenefits- Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.
- Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
- Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
- Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.
