Solar Array Technician – Industrial Sewing

Apex Technology, Inc. • Los Angeles, CA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Apex Space is seeking an Industrial Sewing Technician to fabricate and finish solar array blankets and thermal insulation assemblies for our satellite bus production line. Following lamination, solar array blankets require precision sewing and finishing to achieve the dimensional, structural, and cleanliness requirements for spaceflight. Your craftsmanship directly contributes to the thermal and mechanical protection of our spacecraft.

Requirements

• U.S. Person status required (export-controlled data).
• 3+ years of industrial or precision sewing experience, ideally with technical textiles or specialty materials.
• Proficiency operating industrial sewing machines for seaming, stitching, and edge finishing of technical fabrics.
• Experience cutting and forming lightweight, delicate, or layered materials to tight dimensional tolerances.
• Demonstrated ability to handle fragile substrates (thin film, laminated composites, glass, silicon) without damage.
• Exceptional hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for precision sewing and finishing operations.
• Cleanroom experience or solid working knowledge of cleanroom and FOD prevention protocols.
• Basic material handling knowledge for delicate and layered textile and film assemblies.
• Good computer skills for digital work instructions and production documentation.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment, collaborating with engineers and technicians
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey technical information to team members and stakeholders

Nice To Haves

• Experience sewing or fabricating MLI blankets, thermal insulation assemblies, or aerospace soft goods.
• Prior experience in a solar array, photovoltaic, or spacecraft manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with Kapton, beta cloth, or Mylar material properties and handling requirements.
• Familiarity with NASA workmanship standards for thermal blanket fabrication.
• IPC-A-620 certification

Responsibilities

• Operate industrial sewing machines to stitch, seam, and finish solar array blankets and MLI insulation assemblies per engineering drawings and sewing procedures.
• Cut, trim, and form blanket materials including Kapton, beta cloth, Mylar, and woven insulation layers to specified dimensions.
• Install edge binding, attachment points, hook-and-loop fasteners, and grommets on solar array blanket assemblies.
• Perform post-lamination blanket fabrication operations including seaming, stitching, and protective cover installation.
• Inspect stitching quality, seam integrity, and dimensional accuracy against acceptance criteria.
• Handle ultra-thin glass, silicon substrates, and laminated solar array panels with care to prevent damage.
• Maintain cleanroom protocols and FOD prevention throughout all sewing and blanket fabrication activities.
• Document fabrication activities, non-conformances, and rework in production records.
• Use production software and digital work instruction systems accurately.
• Support the development and maintenance of assembly procedures, work instructions, and quality documentation
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of assembly and integration processes, recommending and implementing efficiency enhancements and quality improvements

Benefits

• Shared upside: Receive equity in Apex, letting you benefit from the work you create
• Best-in-class healthcare: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents, plus $100k life insurance at no cost
• Comprehensive PTO package to reset and recharge - starting at 15 days vacation, growing to 20+ days annually, plus 10 paid holidays
• Competitive 401(k) plan with generous matching - 100% match on first 3%, 50% on next 2%
• 8 weeks paid parental leave plus childcare reimbursement up to $350/day for work-related travel
• Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks to keep you fueled throughout the day
• Vibrant community: Monthly office BBQs, pickleball tournaments, run club, and social gatherings for you and your family
• Your dream desk setup and all the tools you need to be your most productive self
• World-class Playa Vista office with EV chargers, with the benefit of in-person collaboration with amazing coworkers and flexibility to integrate work and life
• Real impact opportunity: Work alongside experts from aerospace, new space, and other cutting-edge industries to make a lasting difference

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed