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You will work closely with electrical engineering, manufacturing, and test teams to ensure the highest levels of workmanship, quality and mission readiness.\nResponsibilities\nRead and interpret schematics, PCB layer stacks, BOMs, ECOs, and assembly drawings with high accuracy\nPerform high-quality soldering and SMT assembly/rework on a wide range of component sizes and package types, including fine-pitch and high-density devices\nAssemble, modify, and repair PCBAs according to engineering instructions, including component replacements, wiring updates, and mechanical integration steps\nConduct visual inspections and basic electrical checks to verify workmanship quality and identify assembly defects\nOperate and maintain standard electronics lab equipment, including microscopes, soldering stations, reflow tools, multimeters, and oscilloscopes\nPerform underfill, conformal coating, staking, and potting per spacecraft environmental requirements\nFollow strict ESD, FOD, and cleanroom protocols during all manufacturing evolutions\nCollaborate with EE, ME, and manufacturing teams to improve technical processes and resolve issues \n\nMinimum Qualifications\n5+ years of hands-on experience in PCBA assembly, rework, or electronics technician roles\nFamiliarity with IPC-A-610 or IPC-7711/7721 workmanship standards (formal certification is a plus) \nProficiency in soldering and rework of SMT and through-hole components, including fine-pitch packages\nStrong ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, assembly drawings, and PCB documentation\nDemonstrated experience performing component replacements, wire mods, jumpers, and board-level repairs\nExperience working with underfilling, conformal coating, staking, or potting materials\nAbility to follow detailed engineering instructions, work orders, and ECO-drive modifications\nStrong attention to detail and commitment to high-reliability workmanship\nAbility to work and collaborate effectively in a team-first environment, supporting cross-functional engineering, manufacturing, and test groups\nWillingness to adapt, learn, and embrace change in a fast-growing startup environment where processes and priorities evolve rapidly\n\nPreferred Skills and Experience\nPrior experience working on aerospace, spaceflight, defense, or other high-reliability electronic systems\nIPC-A-610 or IPC-7711/7721 certification, or equivalent industry-recognized training\nExperience supporting prototype hardware builds, first-article assemblies, or rapid-turn engineering modifications\nWorking knowledge of cable and harness fabrication\n\nAdditional Information:\nCompensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan.\nImpulse Space’s spacecraft manufacturing business is subject to U.S. export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). This position requires applicants to be either U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent U.S. resident (green card holder), an individual granted asylum in the U.S., or an individual admitted in U.S. refugee status) or persons eligible to obtain an export license from the U.S. Departments of State, Commerce, or other applicable U.S. government agencies. 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