Spacecraft Integration Technician II

Firefly Aerospace•Cedar Park, TX

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About The Position

As a Spacecraft Integration Technician II at Firefly Aerospace, you will assemble, integrate, and test spacecraft in collaboration with integration and test engineers. You will assist with mechanical and electrical integration while ensuring work meets high-quality standards and established procedures. The role also involves executing work instructions and test procedures, applying lean principles to improve integration facility operations, and helping develop spacecraft integration processes and documentation for training future technicians and engineers. You will support offsite integration and test campaigns, including environmental testing and launch preparation.

Requirements

At least 2 years of prior experience in a related field.
Expertise in torquing and staking practices in mechanical assemblies.
Familiarity with adhesive bonding for electronic or mechanical components to ensure proper attachment or conductivity.
Knowledge of practices and safety protocols for preventing electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage to sensitive electronics.
Experience working with composite-material pressure vessels in aerospace or high-pressure applications.
Skill in wiring techniques, including cable routing, splicing, crimping, and soldering, with IPC certification.
Familiarity with cleanroom environments and contamination prevention.
Experience connecting harnesses and ensuring proper connector fit in electrical systems.
Knowledge of cable management and safety procedures, including SafeT Cable and lock wiring.
Hands-on familiarity with electrical and electronic test equipment, such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and power supplies.
Basic understanding of wiring, signal routing, and connector systems used in aerospace or industrial environments.
Ability to read wiring diagrams and interpret interface drawings or schematics.
Strong attention to detail and consistent, clear documentation habits.
Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain required U.S. Department of State authorizations to comply with U.S. space technology export regulations, including ITAR.

Responsibilities

Assist with mechanical and electrical integration of spacecraft in the Hive integration facilities.
Support execution of work instructions and test procedures in partnership with integration and test engineers.
Help improve the organization and operation of integration facilities through implementation of lean principles.
Assist in maturing spacecraft integration processes and practices and developing documentation to educate future spacecraft integration technicians and engineers.
Support offsite integration and test campaigns, including environmental testing and launch preparation.