Spacecraft Test Technician

Capella is at the forefront of making vital information about our world accessible in a timely manner. We’re leveraging proven technologies and building new capabilities to create a constellation of SAR satellites that can collect information about any spot on the planet within an hour.At Capella you’ll workin a collaborative team environment, alongside smart people with a history of space mission success. No prior space experience is needed—we’re looking for people excited about tackling seemingly impossible challenges, learning new skills and concepts, and helping each other achieve success.Our mission and our products are meant to understand the whole world and help everyone in it, regardless of race, creed, or any other distinction. We believe in a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we encourage all people to join our team and bring their unique perspective to help make us stronger.We value diversity at Capella and welcome applications from those who are traditionally underrepresented in tech. If you like the sound of this position, but are not sure if you are the perfect fit, please apply!

About the Opportunity
As a Spacecraft Test Technician, you will be using your skills and previous experience in a Mission-critical role to perform a variety of integration and environmental testing activities from the time a new spacecraft arrives at the facility until it is integrated and ready for launch. You'll be following procedures to build and test both ground and flight hardware, operate thermal vacuum chambers and support vibration or vehicle integration campaigns (some travel required). You'll work closely with Deployable, Mechanical, Electrical, and Software teams to solve problems, move roadblocks and maintain schedule.

Responsibilities:

Support of all Spacecraft Integration & Test activities Including, but not limited to:

• Component assembly
• Deployable structures integration
• Functional and environmental testing support
• Hardware configuration changes
• Launch vehicle integration
• Test fixture development

Requirements

• Experience in aviation or aerospace in a hands-on assembly and testing technician role
• Experience in space systems or other mission-critical field
• Ability to design and fabricate electro-mechanical test fixtures, jigs, assembly aids, tools, etc.
• Superior attention to detail and passion for quality
• Experience with Engineering documentation control (parts lists, drawings, procedures)
• Proven track record of documentation and process excellence
• Positive outlook and ability to remain flexible in a fast-paced asynchronous manufacturing environment

Preferred:

• Spacecraft assembly/testing experience
• Thermal Vacuum testing experience
• Vibration Testing experience
• Experience with scripting languages such as Python
• Specification Soldering certification or experience (NASA, IPC, J-standard)
• Familiarity with RF testing and equipment
• Forklift certification

In addition to an opportunity to take part in an innovative and fast-growing business with a highly motivated and skilled team, we also take pride in taking care of our employees. Here are just a few ways that we show our appreciation:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Medical and Dependent Care Flex Spending
• Short and Long Term Disability and Life Insurance
• FSA and HSA
• 401(k) Plan
• Flexible PTO
• Gourmet-style, Daily Lunch
• Capella Community Events
• Equity Commuter and Parking benefits
• Parental Leave
• Dog-friendly Work Environment (SF)
• Cell and Internet Monthly Stipend