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Senior Engineering Technician

Parabilis Space Technologies, Inc.
San Marcos, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/3/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/2/2025

About Parabilis Space Systems

At Parabilis, we design, develop, test, and fly affordable propulsion, launch vehicle, and spacecraft / small satellite solutions. Our vision is to enable new space markets by providing innovative but simple propulsion, launch vehicle, and spacecraft solutions that are substantially more affordable than currently available products. Parabilis is one of the few companies in the world that has both propulsion and satellite capabilities under one roof.

We are leveraging the extensive space heritage of our team to build an exciting and growing company that will meet the current and future needs of our customers and provide a challenging and fun place for our employees to pursue their dreams. Our current programs include the propulsion systems for Astroscale’s LEXI and APS-R spacecraft, a Lunar Transfer Vehicle for NASA, and a CubeSat-scale propulsion system for the United States Space Force.

Parabilis Space Technologies, Inc. is located in San Marcos, CA and operates its own propulsion test facility.

Position Overview

In this position, you will work on electrical and mechanical fabrication and assembly tasks on ground and flight systems. You will also have opportunities to contribute up and down the value chain (design, prototype development, assembly, integration, test, and customer support).

A day in the life for this position – get ready to think big, work smart and shine brightly.

  • Construction, assembly, check-out and integration of wiring harnesses and other cables into test systems, space vehicles and systems per procedure or instructions.
  • Fabrication of tubing assemblies using fittings or orbital welding as per procedure or instructions
  • Assembly of space vehicle hardware in a cleanroom.
  • Soldering per NASA standard (e.g., NASA-STD-8739), schematics, and drawings
  • Using common machine shop equipment (drills, cutting tools, mill, lathes, etc.) to fabricate mechanical parts; performing mechanical assemblies per drawings and oral instructions
  • Environmental testing of spacecraft and / or propulsion systems
  • Maintaining test equipment (spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, oscilloscopes, etc.) machines, and component supplies / stocks
  • Mixing fuel-related materials and forming / assembling fuel grains per instructions and procedures
  • Conducting propulsion test site operations; contributing substantially to cold flow and hot fire testing of propulsion systems
  • Technical writing; developing detailed assembly procedures
  • Performing other duties as needed or as assigned; identifying work that needs to be done (not just performing tasks as assigned), performing work in a timely, safe, and professional manner; and identify opportunities for continuous improvement
  • Tracking jobs and checking work

Minimum Requirements

  • Two years of experience as an engineering technician.
  • Strong understanding of (and ability to read and comprehend) electrical schematics & termination drawings
  • Knowledge of (and experience with) aerospace-type wiring and components such as connectors, backshells, conduits, relays, switches, terminal junction system components, etc.
  • Demonstrated ability to perform fine pitch soldering to standards required for spacecraft flight hardware e.g., NASA-STD-8739 “Soldered Electrical Connections"
  • Experience with wire harnesses (or similar components) and integrating them into a space vehicle or aircraft
  • Ability to use standard electronic test / diagnostic tools such as a spectrum analyzer, network analyzer, oscilloscope, etc.
  • Ability to setup and check-out instrumentation systems to measure pressures, temperatures, and strain gauges.
  • Ability to work in a rapid-paced “prototype” development environment where documentation and guidance may be limited
  • Ability to demonstrate attention to detail in technical writing of processes / procedures
  • U.S. citizen / US person is required due to the government work performed by Parabilis
  • Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with schematics in Microsoft Visio
  • Experience with composites
  • Mill and lathe machining experience
  • Orbital welding experience
  • Cleanroom experience
  • Propulsion system assembly and test experience
  • Knowledge of Labview and experience using Labview data acquisition systems
  • Ability to troubleshoot and repair industrial machinery such as propane / diesel powered generators
  • Availability for periodic travel
  • You should know

  • The primary work location for this position is San Marcos, CA. This position may require occasional travel.
  • Depending on the level of experience and qualifications of the candidate, the compensation package for this position may be adjusted. The adjusted range will be provided to the candidates by the Recruiter when applicable.
  • Salary Range $80,000 - $115,000
  • How to apply :

    Via LinkedIn or send updated resume to : jobs@parabilis-space.com

    OTHER

    As a small company, Parabilis relies on the capabilities and good judgement of its employees. We prefer to unleash the talent of our employees rather than trying to control it with hierarchy or excessive bureaucracy. Subsequently, the person selected for this position will be trusted and empowered to act in the best interest of Parabilis and its customers.Every person at Parabilis contributes outside of their primary area of technical expertise (that’s how learning occurs) and helps to propose / win new business for our growing company. If you like variety, this job will be fulfilling and fun.

    Parabilis is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

    Salary : $80,000 - $115,000

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