Lead Spacecraft Mechanisms Technician- West Texas

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Lead Spacecraft Mechanisms Technician to join a Commercial Space Technology company located in West Texas through 100% onsite work. The Lead Mechanisms Technician will perform hands‑on mechanical assembly, integration, and testing of spacecraft mechanisms while leading junior technicians and supporting high‑rate satellite production.

Responsibilities:

• Perform hands‑on assembly, integration, and testing of spacecraft mechanical subsystems
• Build mechanism sub‑assemblies, actuators, hinges, deployment systems, and release devices
• Integrate mechanical assemblies onto spacecraft structures
• Support developmental, qualification, and acceptance testing
• Conduct inspections, verification, and anomaly identification during build and test
• Provide detailed feedback to engineering to improve designs and processes
• Lead complex assembly operations and mentor junior technicians
• Train lower‑level technicians in proper techniques and workmanship
• Support production and verification throughout spacecraft manufacturing

Qualifications:

• 5-15 years of experience working with high‑reliability aerospace, satellite, launch vehicle, or precision mechanical systems
• Strong hands‑on experience with mechanical assembly, integration, and testing in manual or low‑automation environments
• Knowledge of spacecraft mechanisms, deployment systems, actuators, and mechanical subsystems
• Experience reading engineering drawings and following technical procedures
• Experience with environmental testing (vibe, shock, TVAC) preferred
• Familiarity with RCCA, nonconformance documentation, and cleanroom practices
• Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology or related field (or equivalent military/industry experience)

Compensation:

• Salary Range: $90,000-$120,000 depending on experience

• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, RSUs, PTO (unlimited), Sick Leave as required by law, and Holidays

• $10K Relocation bonus + 5K temp housing allotment, monthly stipend ($750-$1000), RSUs, unlimited PTO (after 90 days)

• Clearance Level: Must be eligible to work in the United States

• Location: 100% onsite - Permian Basin/ West TX area, TX

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