Structures Technician; ,II,III or Senior

Structures Technician (I,II,III or Senior)

Long Beach, CA

A new space race has begun. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build innovative technology that solves the next generation of engineering, manufacturing, and operational challenges for space security and sustainability.

The peaceful use of space is essential for continued prosperity on Earth—from communications and finance to navigation and logistics. True Anomaly builds innovative technology at the intersection of spacecraft, software, and AI to enhance the capabilities of the U.S., its allies, and commercial partners. We safeguard global security by ensuring space access and sustainability for all.

• Be the offset. We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity
• What would it take? We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results
• It’s the people. Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together

As a Structures Technician, you will help build our next generation of spacecraft and space systems. In this role, you will be instrumental in hands‑on fabrication, assembly, and integration of advanced aerospace structures. You will also play a vital part in the setup of our new manufacturing facility, ensuring the highest standards of quality are met as we scale up our operations.

• Assembly: Build, assemble, fit, and install precision structural and mechanical components for spacecraft and space systems, working from engineering drawings and work instructions.
• Integration: Collaborate closely with engineering teams from design and manufacturing across all subsystems, including fluids and propulsion, avionics, mechanical and structural, test, and quality teams to integrate mechanical structures into space vehicles.
• Drilling and Tolerances: Perform precision drilling operations to specified tolerances using appropriate toolsand techniques. Ensure proper hole alignment, cleanliness, and dimensional accuracy. Conduct countersinking, reaming, and riveting asrequiredto meet NAS standards.
• Fastening and Joining: Install rivets, bolts, hand fasteners, and other structural fasteners with precision, ensuring proper fit, alignment, and finish. Verify correct torque specifications and fastening procedures according to aerospace standards.

• Tech degree or certification in relevant field
• Years of experience in spacecraft or space products assembly in line with technician level
• Demonstrated excellence in structural and mechanical assembly and integration
• Proficiency in reading engineering drawings, schematics, process sheets, and work instructions
• Experience with electrostatic discharge sensitive, foreign object and debris critical, and cleanroom operations
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to lift 25lbs and work in and around constrained and confined spaces

• Machining and component manufacturing experience
• Operating industrial and other large machinery
• Experience with crane and other lift operations and rigging

• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave

• Work Location
  —Successful candidates will be located near Long Beach or Los Angeles. While we observe a hybrid work environment, some work must be done on site.
• Work environment
  —the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
• Physical demands
  —the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

True Anomaly is committed to equal employment opportunity on any basis protected by applicable state and federal laws. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us.