Aerospace Integration Technician

Venus Aerospace • Houston, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Who We Are:Venus Aerospace is revolutionizing rocket engine propulsion. With the first generational leap in rocket engine technology since Apollo, our proprietary Rotating Detonation Rocket Engine and Venus Detonation Ramjets deliver historic efficiency and performance across aerospace applications. We are building the next generation of propulsion platforms that enable breakthrough capabilities in space, defense, and commercial high-speed flight. Our team thrives on solving the toughest engineering challenges and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in aerospace. At Venus, we’re looking for bold engineers and innovators who want to make history and redefine the future of propulsion. The Role: Aerospace Integration Technician Venus Aerospace is looking for a highly skilled Aerospace Integration Technician to support our progression from R&D to scalable production of next‑generation propulsion systems. This role is hands‑on and technically demanding—ideal for someone who thrives in an environment that supports fast‑iteration and wants to help build the foundation of future production capabilities. What You’ll Get To Do Perform detailed assembly, alignment, and integration of propulsion system hardware, including combustion components, fluid routing, and instrumentation Execute precision mechanical operations: torquing, clocking, fixturing, alignment verification, and critical-to-quality measurements throughout the build Assist in developing and maturing build processes by identifying workflow improvements, creating repeatable procedures, and supporting early production tooling and fixture development Integrate electrical harnessing, sensors, and instrumentation with careful attention to routing, shielding, and environmental constraints Conduct system-level checkouts including leak checks, continuity tests, pressure checks, and instrumentation validation Support test operations by preparing hardware, performing configuration changes, troubleshooting system issues, and ensuring integration integrity Document builds, capture deviations, and collaborate tightly with engineering to refine designs, tolerances, and manufacturability Help establish best practices at Venus from prototype hardware install to a stable production baseline system

Requirements

• Hands-on experience with precision machined components (rocket engines, ICE engines, Jet engines or the like. Valves and high‑pressure fluid systems, or similar)
• Ability to interpret complex CAD drawings, schematics, assembly models, fluid system diagrams, and engineering work instructions
• Skilled with precision tools: calipers, micrometers, height gauges, borescopes, dial indicators, torque tools, and alignment instruments
• Experience assembling and integrating fluid systems
• Familiarity with clean‑build standards, contamination control, and aerospace-quality mechanical workmanship
• Strong troubleshooting skills across mechanical, electrical, and fluid subsystems
• Comfortable in an R&D environment where designs evolve rapidly, and ability to contribute to the creation of repeatable processes for production
• High attention to detail, strong communication, and a safety‑first mindset
• A strong desire to learn and teach hard earned skills

Nice To Haves

• Hands‑on experience assembling and integrating liquid‑propellant rocket engines or pressure‑fed propulsion systems, including injectors, valves, manifolds, ignition hardware, and high‑pressure fluid plumbing
• Ability to validate precision tolerances, torque specifications, flange alignment, seal interfaces, and pressure‑rated fittings during propulsion hardware build‑up
• Strong troubleshooting skills using leak‑check signatures, pressure‑flow data, instrumentation readings, electrical continuity results, and mechanical alignment measurements to identify root causes across propulsion subsystems
• Experience developing or refining assembly sequences, QC checkpoints, torque patterns, contamination‑control steps, and test‑readiness procedures for propulsion hardware
• Familiarity designing or improving tooling and fixtures for propulsion assembly, such as alignment jigs, routing guides, leak‑check adapters, and fixturing for injector or manifold installations
• Comfortable integrating harnessing, sensors, ignition systems, and test instrumentation with proper shielding, routing, connector clocking, and thermal‑protection considerations
• Ability to support early‑stage propulsion development by documenting as‑built configurations, deviations, configuration changes, and test‑driven design feedback
• Experience working with tight‑tolerance, prototype propulsion hardware where precision fit‑up, cleanliness, proper torque, and controlled routing are critical to hot‑fire success

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed assembly, alignment, and integration of propulsion system hardware, including combustion components, fluid routing, and instrumentation
• Execute precision mechanical operations: torquing, clocking, fixturing, alignment verification, and critical-to-quality measurements throughout the build
• Assist in developing and maturing build processes by identifying workflow improvements, creating repeatable procedures, and supporting early production tooling and fixture development
• Integrate electrical harnessing, sensors, and instrumentation with careful attention to routing, shielding, and environmental constraints
• Conduct system-level checkouts including leak checks, continuity tests, pressure checks, and instrumentation validation
• Support test operations by preparing hardware, performing configuration changes, troubleshooting system issues, and ensuring integration integrity
• Document builds, capture deviations, and collaborate tightly with engineering to refine designs, tolerances, and manufacturability
• Help establish best practices at Venus from prototype hardware install to a stable production baseline system

Benefits

• Venus Aerospace employee benefits include a 401(k) plan, stock options, and medical benefits, including dental and vision.
• We have a flex-Friday flexible schedule, unlimited PTO, and receive professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees