Skip to main content

Mechanical Spacecraft Technician (I–III)

True Anomaly · True Anomaly develops space security technologies, including spacecraft, software platforms, and mission systems for orbital operations.

$26.50–$36/hrLong Beach, CA251-500 employeesPosted 27 days ago
Series D · $600Mraised 6 months agoled by Menlo Ventures, Accel, Paradigm

This board only lists companies whose most recent round closed in the last 180 days.

Apply on True Anomaly’s site
<div class="content-intro"><p class="ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message">Space is a warfighting domain. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it.</p> <p class="ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message"><u>OUR MISSION</u></p> <p class="ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message">True Anomaly delivers decisive capabilities for space superiority. We build autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors — enabling the U.S. and its Allies to secure the space environment and counter threats from the ultimate high ground.</p> <p class="ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message"><u>OUR VALUES</u></p> <ul> <li class="ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message"><strong>Be the offset.</strong><span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span>We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity.</li> <li class="ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message"><strong>What would it take?</strong>&nbsp;We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results.</li> <li class="ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message"><strong>It’s the people.</strong> Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together.</li> </ul> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">BENEFITS &amp; PERKS</span>*</p> <ul> <li><strong>Best-in-class healthcare: </strong>100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, with HSA/HRA options</li> <li><strong>Generous time off: </strong>Flexible Time Off (FTO) for exempt employees, accrued PTO of up to 25 days for non-exempt employees, plus 12 paid holidays; Parental Leave; Sick Leave</li> <li><strong>Fuel for your day: </strong>Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks for in-office employees</li> <li><strong>And more: </strong>401(k) retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, and Dog Fridays</li> <li><strong>Equity participation: </strong>Equity is included as part of our total compensation package, giving you an opportunity to share in the company’s success.</li> </ul> <p>*Do not apply to fixed term and temporary roles</p></div><p><u>YOUR MISSION</u></p> <p>As a Mechanical Spacecraft Technician, you will play a vital role in the assembly,&nbsp;integration, and testing of spacecraft mechanical systems. You will collaborate with&nbsp;engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to build spacecraft hardware from early&nbsp;development through environmental testing, flight readiness, and production ramp. This role may be leveled from Technician I to Technician III based on experience, skills, and&nbsp;demonstrated proficiency.</p> <p><strong>RESPONSIBILITIES</strong><br><strong><em>Mechanical Assembly</em></strong>: Build, install, and inspect spacecraft mechanical hardware—including primary and secondary structures, panels, brackets, payloads, mechanisms,&nbsp;deployables, thermal hardware, fasteners, and support equipment—using engineering<br>drawings, work instructions, and process documentation.<br><em><strong>Component Preparation and Handling</strong></em>: Prepare, clean, protect, and handle flight and&nbsp;flight-like hardware. Perform precision assembly operations including torqueing, safety&nbsp;wiring, staking, bonding, shimming, alignment, and mechanical fastening while&nbsp;maintaining hardware traceability and configuration control.<br><strong><em>Spacecraft Integration</em></strong>: Support the integration of mechanical subsystems and&nbsp;components into spacecraft structures. Install and route hardware, perform fit checks and&nbsp;dimensional inspections, and support closeouts and access panel installation.<br><strong><em>Testing and Validation:</em></strong> Support mechanical functional testing, deployment testing,&nbsp;alignment checks, mass properties measurements, vibration testing, acoustic testing,&nbsp;thermal vacuum testing, and other environmental test activities. Set up test hardware and<br>fixtures, follow approved procedures, and accurately record results.<br><strong><em>Inspection and Troubleshooting</em></strong>: Perform visual, dimensional, and workmanship&nbsp;inspections. Identify and document hardware discrepancies, support nonconformance&nbsp;investigations, and work with engineering and quality teams to resolve assembly and integration issues.<br><strong><em>Tooling and Ground Support Equipment</em></strong>: Operate and maintain hand tools, torque tools,&nbsp;precision measurement equipment, lifting equipment, assembly fixtures, and mechanical&nbsp;ground-support equipment. Support the development and improvement of tooling and&nbsp;work instructions.<br><strong><em>Safety and Compliance</em></strong>: Follow requirements for FOD prevention, ESD control, cleanroom&nbsp;operations, hazardous materials, lifting and handling, contamination control, and safe&nbsp;work around energized and flight hardware.<br><strong><em>Continuous Improvement</em></strong>: Provide feedback on assembly processes, drawings, work&nbsp;instructions, tooling, and manufacturing methods to improve safety, quality, repeatability,&nbsp;and schedule performance.</p> <p><strong>QUALIFICATIONS</strong><br>• Technical degree, certificate, apprenticeship, or equivalent training in mechanical,&nbsp;aerospace, manufacturing, or a related field.<br>• Relevant experience in spacecraft, aerospace, defense, automotive, precision&nbsp;manufacturing, or other high-reliability mechanical assembly environments.<br>• Experience assembling and integrating mechanical structures, mechanisms,&nbsp;brackets, panels, fasteners, or related hardware.<br>• Proficiency reading engineering drawings, schematics, work instructions, process&nbsp;sheets, and assembly procedures.<br>• Experience using hand tools, torque tools, precision measurement equipment, and&nbsp;mechanical test equipment.<br>• Experience with mechanical alignment, dimensional inspection, shimming,&nbsp;bonding, staking, or safety wiring.<br>• Experience working in ESD-sensitive, FOD-critical, and cleanroom environments.<br>• Ability to follow detailed procedures and maintain accurate build, inspection, and<br>test documentation.<br>• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.<br>• Strong written and verbal communication skills.<br>• Ability to lift 25 pounds and work in and around constrained or confined spaces.</p> <p><strong><em>LEVELING GUIDANCE</em></strong><br><strong>Technician I</strong>: Develops proficiency in spacecraft mechanical assembly, hardware&nbsp;handling, documentation, and inspection while working under regular guidance. Typically&nbsp;has 0–1 years of relevant experience or equivalent technical training.<br><strong>Technician II:</strong> Independently performs a broad range of mechanical assembly, integration,&nbsp;inspection, and test activities. Troubleshoots common issues and supports process&nbsp;improvements and peer training. Typically has 1–3 years of relevant experience.<br><strong>Technician III</strong>: Performs complex mechanical assembly, integration, troubleshooting, and&nbsp;testing with limited supervision. Serves as a technical resource for other technicians and&nbsp;supports development hardware, environmental testing, flight readiness, and production&nbsp;ramp. Typically has 3+ years of relevant experience or equivalent demonstrated proficiency.</p> <p><strong>PREFERRED SKILLS</strong><br>• Spacecraft or satellite mechanical assembly and integration<br>• Experience with primary and secondary spacecraft structures<br>• Mechanical mechanisms, deployment systems, hinges, latches, or release devices<br>• Precision alignment and dimensional inspection<br>• Torque application, safety wiring, staking, shimming, and mechanical fastening<br>• Structural bonding, potting, or adhesive application<br>• Experience supporting vibration, acoustic, thermal vacuum, or other environmental&nbsp;testing<br>• Experience with lifting and handling flight hardware<br>• Familiarity with GD&amp;T and mechanical inspection practices<br>• Experience with composite structures, lightweight materials, or additive-manufactured hardware<br>• Experience using coordinate measuring machines, laser trackers, optical tooling, or&nbsp;other alignment equipment<br>• Relevant certifications in mechanical assembly, rigging, machining, composites, or&nbsp;cleanroom operations&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>COMPENSATION</strong></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none">Base Salary:&nbsp;</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Technician I :&nbsp;</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> $26.50-$36/hr</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Technician II:&nbsp;</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> $31.50-$</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">41.50/hr</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Technician III: $36-50.50/hr</li> <li style="font-style: italic;" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><em>*this position is non-exempt and is eligible for overtime&nbsp;</em></li> </ul> </li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none">Equity + Benefits</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}"><em><span class="TextRun SCXW83253800 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW83253800 BCX0">Your actual level and base salary will be&nbsp;</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW83253800 BCX0">determined</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW83253800 BCX0"> on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience.</span></span></em><span class="EOP SCXW83253800 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}">&nbsp;</span></span></p> <p><strong>ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Work Location</strong>—<span data-teams="true">this a fully onsite position based out of our Centennial, CO office.</span></li> <li><strong>Work environment</strong>—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.</li> <li><strong>Physical demands</strong>—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.</li> </ul> <p><span class="TextRun SCXW267002851 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW267002851 BCX0">This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW267002851 BCX0">submit</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW267002851 BCX0"> your application, please follow the directions below.</span></span><span class="TextRun MacChromeBold SCXW267002851 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"> <span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW267002851 BCX0">#LI-Onsite&nbsp;</span></span></span></p><div class="content-conclusion"><p>To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.</p> <p>True Anomaly is committed to equal employment opportunity on any basis protected by applicable state and federal laws. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us know.</p> <p>To protect candidates and our company from application fraud and impersonation, we use third-party tools to verify applicant identity and detect fraudulent applications. Learn more in our <a href="https://www.trueanomaly.space/legal/privacy-policy" target="_blank">Privacy Notice</a>.</p></div>
Apply on True Anomaly’s site

Applications go straight to the employer. VCBacked does not sit between you and the company.

1,121 more roles posted in the last 48 hours

You are seeing the board after its 48-hour member window. Job Seeker opens that window and sends an alert the moment a role hits — applicants in the first 24 hours land 90 percent of interviews.

Want a wider search? JustBacked’s board of recently funded startups covers every company that closed a round in the last six months.

Back to all roles at freshly funded companies