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Propulsion Technician, Tube Bending

Astranis
Location
San Francisco
Posted
12 days ago
Department
3804 Propulsion Manufacturing
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Ability to program CNC equipment and operate fabrication tools
  • Ability to interpret technical drawings, test plans, and work to procedures
  • Ability to operate cranes, man lifts, tugs & handling equipment
  • Willing and able to work all shifts, overtime, and/or weekends as required
  • Willing and able to travel to support vendor visits and trainings
  • Must be able to lift at least 25 lbs unassisted
Nice to have
  • 3+ years of experience doing tube bending, aerospace/high-precision assembly or fabrication, and/or CNC machine operation
  • Experience operating a CNC tube bender
  • Experience operating a FARO arm or CMM
  • Good understanding of GD&T
  • Experience welding, specifically orbital tube welding (OTW)
What the job really is

As a Propulsion Technician specializing in tube bending at Astranis, you will coordinate and support the production of propulsion hardware for satellites. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include programming and operating CNC tube benders, preparing metal components for assembly, managing inventory, and performing quality inspections. You will also assist in various factory tasks and may need to travel for vendor visits and training.

Benefits
  • Compensation package includes equity and robust benefits
  • High-quality company-subsidized healthcare
  • Disability and life insurance
  • 401(k) retirement planning
  • Flexible PTO
  • Free on-site catered meals
Things to weigh
  • Base pay range is $36 - $47 USD
  • U.S. Citizenship or lawful permanent residency is required due to export regulations
  • Position may require physical labor including climbing, standing for long durations, and bending
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