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Come build it with us.\nOutpost is an orbital logistics company rewriting the rules of global logistics by building reusable Earth-return vehicles that unlock in-space manufacturing, on-orbit warehousing, and 60-minute global delivery through space.\nOur CarryAll vehicle family returns payloads ranging from 200 kilograms to 10 metric tons, lands within 10 meters of its target, and can then be refurbished and launched again. One vehicle, many missions: responsive logistics and precision delivery for national security; commercial cargo moved with real cadence; R&D payloads flown, tested, and refined across repeatable cycles; and critical aid delivered where roads and runways can’t reach.\nThe demand is already here, validated through defense and civil agreements and supported by a growing pipeline of government and commercial customers.\nWe have the customers, the team, and a clear technical path ahead of us. We’re building the return lane. Come build it with us.\nThe Team\nWe're looking for an Electrical Technician to build the wiring harnesses and electrical systems that connect Outpost's return vehicles. This is a hands-on role on the machine shop floor, working from schematics and work instructions to fabricate, install, and inspect flight hardware. You'll work closely with avionics engineers and the integration and test team, supporting everything from harness fabrication to instrumentation during test campaigns.\nResponsibilities:\nFabricate, install, and inspect wiring harnesses and electrical systems for the return vehicle\nSupport avionics integration, including connector mating, continuity checks, and cable routing\nFollow detailed work instructions and schematics to build flight hardware\nAssist with electrical troubleshooting during integration and test\nSupport test campaigns, including instrumentation setup\nMaintain clean, organized, and safe work areas\nDocument work performed and flag discrepancies to engineering\nQualifications:\nHigh school diploma or equivalent required, associate's degree or technical certification in electronics or electrical fields preferred\n5+ years of hands-on experience in electrical assembly, wiring harness fabrication, or systems integration\nProficiency reading electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards\nExperience with crimping, soldering, and cable/harness fabrication\nFamiliarity with basic test equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes)\nStrong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety standards\nAbility to work on your feet in a factory/lab environment\nPreferred Experience\nIPC/WHMA-A-620 or J-STD certification\nExperience with aerospace or automotive wiring harnesses\nExperience with clean rooms or ESD-sensitive procedures\nExperience with aerospace/DOD standards and material selection\nCompensation:\n Competitive compensation: $30-$45 hourly salary (non-exempt, overtime eligible), based on experience\nAdditional Compensation: Annual performance-based bonuses that reward your impact.\nShared upside: Meaningful equity in Outpost so you share directly in the value you help create.\nComprehensive healthcare: Medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you and your loved ones covered. 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