Space Systems Technician I

Stafford, TX Until 9/21/2026 0+ years exp First posted July 23, 2026 Last posted July 23, 2026
Job description

SUMMARY

The Space Systems Technician team is positioned within the larger Atec Space Systems organization. As one of its members, you will help perform the fabrication, assembly, and test of spaceflight hardware. This position requires someone with a dynamic mindset who can navigate between fine details and the big picture with a breadth of assembly, engineering drawing, work instruction, and test knowledge. It also requires working with a number of internal and external stakeholders, including engineering, production, quality, operations, and suppliers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBITIES

Read work orders, follow production drawing, and sample assemblies, or receive verbal instructions regarding duties to be performed.

Perform precision, spaceflight critical, assembly on spaceflight components.

Perform precision, spaceflight critical test operations on spaceflight components.

Crimp, stake, screw, bolt, rivet, solder, press fit, or perform similar operations to join or secure parts in place.

Perform assembly tasks, such as sanding, cleaning, epoxy bonding, curing, stamping, and etching parts and assemblies.

Perform electrical assembly tasks, such as crimping, soldering, connector assembly and basic electrical testing.

Fabricate and assemble new or modified mechanical components, assemblies, or tooling for products.

Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.

Ensure activities are conducted in accordance with Atec International Standards Organization (AS9100/ISO) policies and correct and report any deviations to appropriate area manager/supervisor.

AS9100/ISO SPECIFIC DUTIES

Be familiar with and understand Atec Quality Policy and company objectives.

Understand required AS9100/ISO specific Procedures and Work Instructions.

Complete all records required by Procedures and Work Instructions.

Participate in Atec Continuous Improvement activities as appropriate.

Participate in AS9100/ISO training as required.

Cooperate with Auditors.

Report any deviations to appropriate area manager/supervisor.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.

Bachelors Degree preferred

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Employee may be required to obtain related work certifications, including NASA 8739.4 Wire Harnesses or IPC J-STD-001 Soldering.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Extended work hours and/or travel may occasionally be required

www.Atec.com

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.

If you need a reasonable accommodation, please contact Andrea Lopez at 281-276-2643.

About this role

Summary

Perform assembly, testing, and fabrication of spaceflight hardware following standards.

Job title

Space Systems Technician I

Experience level

entry level

Minimum experience

0+ years exp

Industry

aerospace

Location requirements

Stafford, TX; on-site with occasional travel

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

assemblytest operationselectrical assemblysolderingreading drawings

Preferred skills

ISO standardsNASA 8739.4IPC J-STD-001quality procedures

Specializations

assemblyspaceflight hardwareelectricaltestmechanical
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Stafford, TX 77477, USA

On-site City