Space Systems Technician I

Atec • Stafford, TX

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About The Position

The Space Systems Technician I is part of Atec’s Space Systems organization and helps fabricate, assemble, and test spaceflight hardware. The role requires attention to both detailed assembly work and broader production needs, along with knowledge of assembly, engineering drawings, work instructions, and testing. The technician works with internal and external stakeholders, including engineering, production, quality, operations, and suppliers.

The employee must follow Atec quality policies and applicable AS9100/ISO procedures and work instructions, complete required records, participate in continuous-improvement and quality training activities, cooperate with auditors, and report deviations to the appropriate area manager or supervisor. Related duties may be assigned to support an efficient work environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Ability to work with assemblies, engineering drawings, work instructions, and tests.
• Employee may be required to obtain related work certifications, including NASA 8739.4 Wire Harnesses or IPC J-STD-001 Soldering.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Read work orders and follow production drawings and sample assemblies, or verbal instructions, to perform assigned duties.
• Perform precision assembly of spaceflight-critical components.
• Perform precision test operations on spaceflight components.
• Join or secure parts using crimping, staking, screwing, bolting, riveting, soldering, press fitting, or similar methods.
• Perform assembly tasks such as sanding, cleaning, epoxy bonding, curing, stamping, and etching parts and assemblies.
• Perform electrical assembly tasks, including crimping, soldering, connector assembly, and basic electrical testing.
• Fabricate and assemble new or modified mechanical components, assemblies, or tooling for products.
• Follow Atec quality policies and applicable AS9100/ISO procedures and work instructions; complete required records and participate in quality-related activities and training.
• Cooperate with auditors and report deviations to the appropriate area manager or supervisor.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED