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Varda Space Industries

Spacecraft Technician (Propulsion and Harness Integration – Satellites)

Varda Space Industries · El Segundo, California, United States

Posted about 3 months ago · $29.75 to $35

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
81 days
Varda Space Industries's roles stay open a median of 81 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
Yes
81% of Varda Space Industries's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at Varda Space Industries
high
85 stale, 0 reposted of 86 open
Hiring momentum
215 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-10-23

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Varda Space Industries's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Varda Space Industries.

About this role

The Spacecraft Technician role focuses on the assembly, installation, routing, integration, and verification of satellite propulsion systems and electrical harnesses. This position involves close collaboration with various teams to ensure that hardware is built safely and accurately, while adhering to strict cleanliness and safety protocols. The technician will perform mechanical assembly, support testing, and maintain documentation in a cleanroom environment.

Our read on this posting4.0out of 5
benefits
5/5
freshness
1/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
5/5
pay transparency
5/5

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What you need

  • High school diploma, GED, trade school certificate, or equivalent hands-on experience.
  • 3+ years of experience in aerospace, satellite, aircraft, automotive, defense, or high-reliability manufacturing.
  • Experience reading and following engineering drawings, work instructions, schematics, and assembly procedures.
  • Hands-on experience with mechanical assembly and electrical harness installation.
  • Ability to use common hand tools, torque wrenches, calipers, multimeters, and inspection tools.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to work with flight or high-value hardware.

Nice to have

  • Experience with satellite or spacecraft integration.
  • Experience with propulsion systems, fluid systems, tubing, fittings, and pressure systems.
  • Experience with harness routing, connector mating, crimping, soldering, or continuity testing.
  • Familiarity with ESD, FOD, and cleanroom protocols.
  • Experience supporting leak checks, pressure testing, or functional testing.

What you get

  • Flexible PTO policy + 12 paid holidays
  • 100% company-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans for employees and dependents with FSA and employer-matched HSA options
  • Voluntary accident, hospital, critical illness, and pet insurance
  • $120/month wellness reimbursement for gym and fitness expenses
  • 12 weeks of parental leave
  • Family building, pregnancy, parenting and menopause benefits via Maven Clinic

Worth weighing

  • No specific mention of career advancement opportunities or training programs.
  • Work environment includes cleanroom operations, which may not suit everyone.
  • Overtime, weekend support, or shift flexibility may be required to meet production schedules.

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Listed by Varda Space Industries on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-23. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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