Electrical Technician​/Aerospace Wire Harness Builder

Electrical Technician/ Aerospace Wire Harness Builder

El Segundo, California

A New Paradigm For Space Operations.

Who We Are:

Space Kinetic is a dual use space technology startup building a completely new architecture for space operations – one that brings the advantages of proliferated drone technology (low-cost, operationally flexible, attainable, distributed) to space missions while reducing the ecosystem's reliance on consumable fuel. In a world where many companies are focused on incrementally improving the status quo, we are focused on creating something entirely different – an architecture underpinned by new first principles to meet the opportunities and challenges of the third space age head-on.

Our goal is to move away from one-to-one space architectures – where each satellite in a constellation has one (or a small # of) primary payloads attached to the bus -- and unlock a 'one-to-many' system, where each satellite has a large number of payloads which can be deployed from their host spacecraft at high velocities without firing a thruster.

This is not a role for someone looking for a traditional 40-hour work week. Space Kinetic is building ambitious, first-of-its-kind technology, and that requires urgency, ownership, and a high level of commitment to changing the foundational assumptions for everything we do in space.

What You'll Do:

We are seeking an Electrical Technician / Aerospace Wire Harness Builder to support electrical assembly, wire harness fabrication, and integration of prototype aerospace hardware in a fast-paced development environment. This role will work closely with engineering and production teams to build high-quality harnesses, cable assemblies, and electrical systems used in development, testing, and flight-related hardware.

For those who dream of changing the Universe, a career with Space Kinetic is the place to start.

What It Takes:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering degree from an accredited college or university.
• Build wire harnesses, cable assemblies, and electrical subassemblies to aerospace-quality standards
• Read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, pinouts, and assembly drawings
• Cut, strip, crimp, label, route, terminate, and secure wires and connectors
• Assemble and route harnesses for prototype hardware, test articles, and integration setups
• Perform continuity checks, inspections, and basic troubleshooting of harnesses and electrical assemblies
• Support electrical integration during hardware assembly and test activities
• Maintain proper labeling, documentation, and revision control of electrical builds
• Follow cleanliness, organization, and quality standards during assembly
• Work closely with engineering to implement updates and design changes
• Support electrical checkout, bench testing, and troubleshooting during integration and test activities
• Assist with prototype and flight hardware preparation for test campaigns
• Support verification of harness integrity before installation
• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder).

What We'd Love:

• Ability to work with minimal direction or support and to learn quickly; strong analytical skills; creative and innovative thinking; detail-oriented; calm under pressure; commitment to follow-through; enthusiastic with a talent for motivating others; receptive to criticism and open to others' ideas; and effective in written communication.
• Crimping, connector assembly, and basic soldering
• Continuity testing and electrical inspection
• Familiarity with prototype aerospace hardware
• Experience working in development or low-volume production environments
• Ability to support fast design changes in a startup setting
• Curiosity for testing in-space operation
• Passion for the commercial and government space industry is a strong plus

Where You'll Be:

• The position is onsite at our headquarters in El Segundo, CA. This role is supporting prototype aerospace hardware development, integration, and testing in our El Segundo facility.

Compensation: $36.00 - $50.00/hourly

The hourly base salary for this role is below. Pay Grades…