Are you a skilled assembly professional with a passion for aerospace innovation and precision craftsmanship? PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aviation and space industry to find a talented Systems Assembler who is ready to contribute to the integration, assembly, and testing of advanced spacecraft systems.

If you're experienced with mechanical assembly, wiring harnesses, spacecraft integration, or high-reliability products, this is an exciting opportunity to work on mission-critical technology that helps power the future of aerospace exploration.

Job Title: Systems Assembler
Job Type: Full-Time (Contract)
Location: El Segundo, CA
Pay Rate: Starting at $30.19-$38.45 per hour

First Shift: Monday-Friday | 6:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Second Shift: Monday-Friday | 2:30 PM - 12:00 AM

As a Systems Assembler, you'll support the final integration, testing, and preparation of sophisticated spacecraft and aerospace systems. Working alongside engineers, technicians, and manufacturing teams, you'll help ensure every assembly meets exact specifications and quality standards before launch and operation.

Your expertise will directly contribute to the success of innovative aerospace programs that demand exceptional precision, reliability, and performance.

In this hands-on role, you will:

• Assemble, integrate, and test spacecraft systems, structures, and mechanical assemblies

• Work from engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and work instructions

• Install and integrate spacecraft components to precise engineering tolerances

• Build and terminate wiring harnesses for racks, boxes, and spacecraft systems

• Perform complete system leak checks, pressure testing, and alignment verification

• Support the installation of Multi-Layer Insulation (MLI) and Solid-Layer Insulation (SLI) on spacecraft

• Carefully handle sensitive thermal insulation materials used on flight hardware

• Operate specialized test and integration equipment, including:

  • Hydraulic test consoles

  • Cooling system test consoles

  • Alignment fixtures

  • Installation fixtures

• Operate cranes, lift equipment, ovens, heated tools, positioners, and other production equipment

• Utilize calipers, micrometers, depth gauges, digital multimeters (DMMs), and other inspection tools

• Mix and apply epoxy materials according to specifications

• Record test results and assist with data analysis and reporting

• Generate documentation and discrepancy reports when required

• Support integration activities, testing operations, hardware movement, and launch preparation efforts

• Mentor and support team members while contributing to a culture of collaboration and excellence

• High School Diploma or GED

• Minimum of 4 years of experience assembling high-reliability products, preferably in aerospace or related industries

• Experience building and terminating wiring harnesses to high-quality standards

• At least 1 year of experience working with MLI or thermal blanket systems

• Ability to interpret:

  • Mechanical drawings

  • Engineering schematics

  • Wiring diagrams

  • Technical specifications

• Experience using precision measurement and inspection tools such as:

  • Calipers

  • Micrometers

  • Digital Multimeters (DMMs)

  • Depth gauges

• Experience with assembly tooling, composites fabrication, or composite assemblies

• Proficiency with hand tools and power tools

• Experience mixing and applying epoxy materials

• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail

• Ability to work independently and within a team environment

• 5+ years of spacecraft or aerospace integration experience

• J-STD-001 Space Certification

• NASA-STD-8739.4 Certification

• Trade school training or industry certifications

• Experience working in clean room environments

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

• Experience generating discrepancy reports and supporti