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Electrical Assembler Technician

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$25/hr

Support engineers with instrument development, troubleshooting, testing, and project execution. * Provide technical support for payload integration activities and launch operations as needed.

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Avionics Electrical Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$100K - $180K/yr

Integrate avionics, sensors, payloads, communication equipment, and electrical systems into ... Support Engineering Change Requests and Engineering Change Orders. * Participate in design reviews ...

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What is a payload integration engineer?

Payload Integration Engineers are professionals responsible for ensuring that spacecraft payloads, such as satellites or scientific instruments, are properly designed, tested, and integrated with the launch vehicle. They coordinate between payload providers, launch vehicle teams, and mission planners to ensure compatibility and safe installation. Their work includes overseeing mechanical, electrical, and thermal interfaces, performing integration tests, and troubleshooting any issues that arise during the process. These engineers play a crucial role in successful space missions by ensuring payloads are delivered to orbit safely and efficiently.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a payload integration engineer?

To thrive as a Payload Integration Engineer, you need a solid background in aerospace or mechanical engineering, experience with systems integration, and a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with CAD software, simulation tools, and industry standards such as NASA or ESA requirements, as well as certifications like EIT or PE, are often required. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective collaboration and communication skills set top candidates apart. These competencies ensure that complex payloads are integrated safely and efficiently, meeting mission requirements and minimizing risks.

What are some common challenges payload integration engineers face when coordinating with multiple teams during a satellite launch campaign?

Payload Integration Engineers frequently collaborate with cross-functional teams, including spacecraft engineering, mission operations, and launch providers. A common challenge is ensuring all payload requirements are met while aligning schedules and technical specifications across these groups. Effective communication and strong organizational skills are essential to anticipate and resolve integration issues, manage last-minute changes, and ensure safety and mission objectives are upheld. Successfully overcoming these challenges not only ensures a smooth launch but also fosters valuable experience in multidisciplinary teamwork.

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Electrical Assembler Technician

World View

Tucson, AZ • On-site

$25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

$25 - $25 an hour
Avionics Technician 
Tucson, AZ 
 
Company Overview 

Ondas Holdings Inc (NASDAQ:ONDS) is building a new kind of intelligence company, one designed for a world where speed, autonomy, and decision advantage matter more than ever. By combining multi-domain platforms, advanced sensing, secure networks, and AI-enabled analytics, Ondas helps defense, government, and critical infrastructure customers transform complex mission data into decision-ready insights when and where they matter most. 

Ondas Sentinel is Ondas' U.S.based defense division, purpose-built to deliver U.S.made, U.S. delivered capabilities for the Department of Defense and allied ministries of defense. The division brings together advanced autonomous systems, mission technologies, and intelligence solutions that help customers create persistent awareness, operate with confidence, and make faster decisions in complex and contested environments. 

The Stratospheric ISR business unit within Ondas Sentinel is focused on one of the most unique mission areas in aerospace and defense: manufacturing and operating high-altitude stratospheric balloon systems. Few companies in the world can do this work at operational scale. That means our teams are not simply maintaining existing systems; they are building new capabilities, solving first-of-their-kind challenges, and helping define what persistent.  

Job Description 

 The Avionics Technician is responsible for building, inspecting, and maintaining complex electrical and avionics systems that enable aerospace vehicles and payloads to function reliably. This role involves hands-on electronics assembly, system troubleshooting, inspections, and close collaboration with engineering teams to support development, integration, and launch operations. 

Role Responsibilities 

  • Responsible for building and inspecting complex electrical systems that allow the craft to function.  

  • Assemble and install electrical components while maintaining detailed and accurate written documentation. 

  • Maintain and improve existing avionics systems through modifications, upgrades, and bug fixes. 

  • Support engineers with instrument development, troubleshooting, testing, and project execution. 

  • Provide technical support for payload integration activities and launch operations as needed. 

  • Perform inspections on work completed by other technicians using documented procedures, specifications, drawings, and engineering instructions. 

  • Follow standard manufacturing and quality processes, including engineering evaluation/change requests and use of standard manufacturing data systems. 

  • Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and workmanship standards throughout all phases of work. 

Qualifications 

  •  3-5 years as an Avionics Technician, or related, experience; technician experience on aerospace vehicles is strongly preferred. 

  • Associate [2-year] degree in electronics, or related field is required, or equivalent training obtained through military service.  

  • Demonstrated ability to independently perform electronics assembly tasks, wire harnessing, including soldering, crimping, coating, and circuit testing   

  • Proficiency in soldering techniques, including solder cups, surface-mount PDBs, and wire splicing. 

  • Familiarity with IPC standards is a plus. 

  • Strong collaboration and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary environment. 

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interaction with engineers, technicians, and other stakeholders. 

What We Offer 

You will work side by side with experts in emerging technology, gaining exposure to cutting edge ideas and projects that are shaping the future. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance because we believe in taking care of the you as a person, not just a team member.  

Our Tucson workplace is designed to support collaboration, focus, and well-being, with an on-site environment that keeps manufacturing, supply chain, engineering, quality, and program teams closely connected to the mission. 

We believe in creating a dynamic and inclusive workplace where creativity thrives, and every voice is heard. Our commitment to all team members is built upon five core cultural pillars: Engage, Lean In, Create, Care, and Own. Together, these pillars form the foundation of our employee experience while adhering to the highest standards of ethical and sustainable practices. 

Some Final Notes 

The description gives you a sense of what the position involves, but is not an exhaustive list. We are a growing and evolving team, which means your responsibilities may shift or expand over time as new opportunities arise. Flexibility and curiosity are part of what make our work exciting!  

At Ondas Sentinel, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate belonging and diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. We welcome applications from every background and life experience because we know our differences make us stronger. 

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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