Assembly, Integration & Test (AI&T) Technician

BlackSky•Tukwila, WA

5d•$36 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

BlackSky is seeking an Assembly, Integration & Test (AI&T) Technician for its Tukwila, Washington office. The technician supports the assembly, testing, and delivery of satellites, contributing to production work and learning assembly and test procedures across a variety of products. The role is expected to be performed in the office full-time and reports to the Principal Technician. Domestic and international travel to launch sites may be required to support satellite integration with launch vehicles. The position includes mechanical assembly and testing, inspection of electrical, mechanical, and electromechanical assemblies, and setup and execution of functional and performance tests. The technician also participates in investigating and resolving anomalies and failures, provides feedback on designs and processes, and contributes to process improvements. Additional work may include wire harnesses, printed circuit assemblies, fine-pitch soldering, epoxy and adhesive application, and other assembly and test activities. Candidates must have experience with lab equipment and at least two years of experience in at least two listed technical areas. They must be able to perform moderate physical labor, follow directions and schedules, adapt to shifting priorities and technical challenges, and communicate while working independently. Applicants must meet the stated U.S. person requirement. J-STD-001 soldering certification, spaceflight hardware experience, and environmental test equipment experience are preferred. Full-time benefits-eligible employees receive medical, dental, vision, disability, group term life and AD&D, and voluntary life and AD&D insurance. BlackSky pays 100% of employee-only medical, dental, and vision premiums and contributes $100 per month toward out-of-pocket expenses. Benefits also include PTO, company and floating holidays, paid volunteer leave, parental leave, a 401(k) with employer match, flexible spending accounts, an employee stock purchase program, employee and travel assistance programs, matching donations, professional development, and a choice of Mac or PC. The anticipated hourly pay range for candidates in Washington state is $36–$40; final compensation depends on background and education.

Requirements

Previous experience with lab equipment such as multimeters, power supplies, and oscilloscopes.
At least two years of experience in at least two of the following areas: wire harness assembly; PCA assembly and test; mechanical assembly; epoxy or adhesive preparation and application; electromechanical components; or system testing.
Ability to perform moderate physical labor, including standing for extended durations, reaching, and bending.
Ability to work to a schedule and follow directions.
Ability to work in a dynamic, multitasking environment with shifting priorities and technical challenges.
Ability to think independently and communicate with a large and diverse set of project and company stakeholders.
Must be a U.S. Person.

Nice To Haves

J-STD-001 soldering certification.
Two to four years of experience working on spaceflight hardware.
Experience with environmental test equipment.

Responsibilities

Perform mechanical assembly and test operations on the satellite production line.
Assemble and inspect electrical, mechanical, and electromechanical assemblies.
Set up and execute functional and performance tests of electronics components and systems.
Participate in anomaly and failure investigation and resolution.
Provide feedback on designs and processes and participate in process improvement activities.
Support other company assembly and test activities, including wire harnesses and printed circuit assemblies.
Perform fine-pitch soldering, wire harness assembly and repair, epoxy and adhesive application, and mechanical assembly.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Travel to domestic and international launch sites as required to support satellite integration with launch vehicles.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, disability, group term life and AD&D, and voluntary life and AD&D insurance.
BlackSky pays 100% of employee-only medical, dental, and vision premiums and contributes $100 per month for out-of-pocket expenses.
15 days of PTO.
11 company holidays.
Four floating holidays, prorated based on hire date.
One day of paid volunteerism leave per year.
Parental leave.
401(k) pre-tax and Roth deferral options with employer match.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Employee Stock Purchase Program.
Employee Assistance and Travel Assistance Programs.
Employer matching donations.
Professional development.
Choice of Mac or PC.
Company swag.