Company Overview
Bring your passion for space! At Redwire, we are accelerating humanity’s expansion into space by building reliable, economical, and sustainable infrastructure for future generations.Redwire Space – Goleta, CA is a global leader in solar array systems, satellite mechanisms, deployable structures, booms, and spaceflight technologies. Our innovations are actively supporting missions with NASA, the Department of Defense, and commercial space companies. With more groundbreaking projects ahead, we invite talented professionals to join us and help Build Above.
Position Overview
We are seeking a Contractor – Electronics Technician 3 to join our team in Goleta, CA. In this role, you will support development engineering activities including setup, testing, calibration, troubleshooting, and modification of electronic and electro-mechanical systems. You will also assist in prototype development, flight hardware fabrication, and specialized test equipment operation. Up to 10% travel may be required.
Key Responsibilities
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Fabricate and validate critical flight hardware, including mechanical and electrical assembly, per drawings, procedures, and quality standards.
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Assist engineers in manufacturing prototype hardware, developing test infrastructure, and documenting assembly/test procedures.
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Identify and communicate non-conformances to engineering and quality teams.
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Collaborate with facilities and maintenance to ensure timely equipment repair.
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Work with manufacturing engineering to optimize processes and ensure clarity of instructions.
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Support Ground Support Equipment development and testing.
Required Qualifications
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High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent plus advanced technical training.
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Current soldering and harnessing/crimping certification to NASA or IPC standards (IPC J-STD-001 with space applications).
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Minimum 5 years of experience in aerospace manufacturing or similar role.
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Strong electronics aptitude, fabrication skills, and general shop experience.
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365.
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Ability to lead in work centers with minimal supervision.
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Strong communication and organizational skills.
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Ability to stand, walk, lift up to 50 pounds, and perform detailed manual work.
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U.S. Citizen or U.S. Person as required by ITAR.
Desired Skills
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Ability to work from diagrams, schematics, and detailed procedures.
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Expert in operating electrical and non-electrical manufacturing equipment.
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Proficient with hand tools (crimpers, drills, torque wrenches, power and air tools).
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Skilled in working with adhesives, coatings, and chemical cleaners.
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Strong time management with ability to meet both daily and long-term project goals.
Why Join Redwire?
At Redwire, we value Integrity, Innovation, Impact, Inclusion, and Excellence. We offer competitive pay, growth opportunities, and the chance to contribute to next-generation spaceflight capabilities.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Redwire Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected status.
ITAR Requirement
Due to U.S. Government space technology export regulations (ITAR), candidates must be U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, protected individuals under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible for U.S. Department of State authorization.