Tube Bender

Impulse Space•Redondo Beach, CA

8d•$30 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

As a Tube Bender at Impulse, you will be responsible for the precision assembly, testing, inspection, and documentation of high-reliability tube fabrication. This role is hands-on, detail-oriented, and critical to delivering flight-worthy hardware on aggressive timelines.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency certificate
3+ year of hands-on hardware manufacturing experience in a production environment
Proficiency with hand tools, torque tools, calipers, micrometers, and basic measurement equipment
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety

Nice To Haves

Experience with pressure systems, leak detection methods, or test setups
Ability to read and interpret drawings and blueprints. Understands drawing symbols, flag notes, and section views
Experience with orbital tube welding
Experience with Tube bending programming- preferably VGP 3d and VGP Next
Understanding material properties and perform bend corrections due to spring back and elongation
Experience with tube inspection equipment and software- preferably Hexagon and TubeInspect
5+ years' of demonstrated experience with structural assembly work on rockets, launch vehicles, or spacecraft

Responsibilities

Perform tube fabrication operations such as cutting, bending, flaring, proofing, and assembly of seals and fittings
Identify, document, and communicate non conformances or build issues
Work with designers, engineers and other technicians to improve tube fabrication processes and throughput
Provide training and guidance to other technicians
Clean, prep, and handle parts in accordance with aerospace cleanliness standards
Operate and maintain tube bending machinery
Support continuous improvement efforts in tooling, processes, and assembly flow
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area