Role: Assembly Integration and Test Engineer
Pay: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year
Job description:
Location: Boulder, Colorado
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary Range: From $90,000 to $110,000 depending on experience
About ThinkOrbital:
ThinkOrbital is developing breakthrough technologies to defend, service, and build in space. From pioneering autonomous welding in orbit to long-range X-ray imaging systems for space domain awareness and infrastructure inspection, we are redefining what’s possible in the final frontier. Our team is made up of driven engineers, scientists, and operators who thrive in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment.
Position Summary:
We’re looking for an Assembly Integration and Test Engineer to join our team, support all assembly integration and test activities across all our programs and products. This is a hands-on role that will involve close collaboration with a cross-disciplinary team etc.
Key Responsibilities:
· Perform hands-on assembly, integration, and testing of aerospace components, subsystems, and full systems
· Develop and execute test procedures, plans, and documentation to ensure compliance with technical and quality standards.
· Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, systems engineering, and quality to resolve integration or test anomalies.
· Support environmental testing (vibration, thermal vacuum, EMI/EMC, etc.) and data analysis to validate system performance.
· Ensure accurate configuration control and documentation of hardware and test setups throughout the program lifecycle.
· Assist in troubleshooting issues and implementing corrective actions during assembly or testing phases.
· Interface with suppliers or test facilities as needed to support test activities or deliverables.
· Adhere to safety protocols and industry standards in a cleanroom, high-reliability environment, and radiation environment (X-Ray)
Mandatory Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
· Minimum of 3 years of experience in aerospace assembly, integration, or test.
· Strong understanding of aerospace hardware handling, contamination control, and verification processes.
· Excellent communication and documentation skills.
· Ability to work hands-on in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
· Self-starter with a strong sense of ownership; able to take initiative, work independently, and tackle unfamiliar or ambiguous technical challenges with minimal guidance
Certifications/Trainings:
· IPC J STD 001G, Requirements for Soldered Electrical and Electronic Assemblies
· IPC A 600, Acceptability of Printed Boards
· NASA STD 8739.1, Workmanship Standard for Polymeric Application of Electrical Assemblies
· NASA STD 8739.4, Workmanship Standard for Crimping, Interconnecting Cables, Harnesses, and Wiring
· ANSI/ESD S20.20, Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Control
· Radiation Safety Training (X-Ray Cabinets)
What We Offer:
Competitive benefits and stock options
Health, Vision and Dental Insurance
Opportunity to shape next-generation space systems
A small, fast-moving team where your impact is tangible
Flexible Schedule