Electronics and Harness Technician Hardware

Location:

Golden, Colorado

Compensation: $30 - 38 USD / hour

Are you passionate about shaping the future of humanity's presence in space? Lunar Outpost, an industry leader in space robotics and planetary vehicles, invites you to join our team! Lunar Outpost is dedicated to creating a permanent presence in space, while also driving positive impacts here on Earth. Lunar Outpost is seeking an Electronics and Harness Technician to support the build, assembly, integration, and testing of electrical hardware for lunar vehicles, robotics, and spacecraft systems.

In this hands-on role, you will build and inspect wiring harnesses, assemble electronic hardware, perform soldering and rework, and support engineering teams with testing and troubleshooting. Your work will directly contribute to hardware destined for lunar missions and other advanced space technologies.

Take the Next Leap with Lunar Outpost and work on the Lunar Terrain Vehicle (LTV), which will carry NASA astronauts farther than they've ever been before on the lunar surface!

Working Conditions /

Schedule:

This position is required to be onsite Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Where applicable, employees may work remotely on Wednesdays from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Additional hours may be required based on business needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform hand soldering, rework, and repair of through-hole and surface-mount electronic components
• Fabricate, assemble, and inspect spacecraft and prototype wiring harnesses, cable assemblies, and electrical hardware
• Build and integrate electromechanical assemblies from engineering drawings, schematics, work instructions, and wiring diagrams
• Perform continuity, insulation resistance, and basic electrical verification testing
• Identify and document hardware nonconformances, workmanship issues, and assembly discrepancies
• Assist with inventory management, parts preparation, and hardware organization
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized laboratory and production environment
• Support vehicle, subsystem, and prototype integration activities as required

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma, GED, technical certification, or equivalent experience
• 3-5 years of experience in electronics assembly, cable fabrication, soldering, or related technical work
• Demonstrated experience building and inspecting cable assemblies and wiring harnesses
• Proficiency in hand soldering and electronic rework techniques
• Ability to read engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, assembly instructions, and schematics
• Experience using standard electrical test equipment such as multimeters, power supplies, and oscilloscopes
• Familiarity with ESD controls and electronics handling best practices
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced hardware development environment
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• U.S. Person

Preferred Qualifications:

• IPC J-STD-001 Certified IPC Specialist (CIS) or equivalent solder workmanship certification
• IPC/WHMA-A-620 Certified IPC Specialist (CIS) or equivalent harness fabrication and inspection certification
• IPC-A-610 Certified IPC Specialist (CIS) or equivalent electronic assembly inspection certification
• Experience building aerospace, robotics, automotive, defense, or other high-reliability hardware
• Experience with aerospace-grade connectors, including Micro-D, D-Sub, circular, and other high-reliability interconnect systems
• Experience with environmental or vibration test preparation and support
• Ability to troubleshoot wiring, connector, and assembly issues
• Experience supporting prototype or low-volume manufacturing environments

Compensation & Benefits:
Compensation level and base salary are competitively structured and thoughtfully determined based on factors such as relevant skills, experience, education, and the scope of the role.

• Comprehensive health coverage:
  Medical, dental, and vision benefits, with 70% of premiums covered by the employer
• Paid time off:
  Three (3) weeks per year of vacation
• Retirement plan:
  Up to 4% employer match on 401(k) contributions
• Paid holidays: 11 company-recognized holidays
• Parental leave
• Educational reimbursement opportunities to support company objectives, continued learning, and career development

Lunar Outpost Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Lunar Outpost Inc.…