Satellite Avionics Technician

Satellite Avionics TechnicianHawkEye 360 (HE360) is seeking a Satellite Avionics Technician to join the Space Team in Herndon, Virginia. The mission of the Space Team is to build, test, launch, operate and maintain a constellation of small commercial satellites. As a Satellite Avionics Technician, you will perform hands-on assembly, integration, and testing of flight hardware for our spacecraft constellation.

This role requires precision work with sensitive spacecraft electronics, including PCB component installation, soldering, and harness fabrication to higher level satellite integration. We're looking for a candidate who can quickly interpret complex assembly instructions, work delicately with numerous sensitive spacecraft components, and accurately document their work.Your main responsibilities will be:Assemble, integrate, and test spacecraft avionics hardware including circuit boards, harnesses, and subsystem assembliesBuild and assemble wire harnesses for satellite integration, including wire stripping, crimping, pinning, routing, and continuity testingSupport general spacecraft AI&T in the cleanroom following assembly proceduresInstall and solder components on PCBs, including surface-mount and through-hole components, following IPC standards and workmanship requirementsConduct inspections on incoming assembled boards from contract manufacturers to ensure quality assuranceRework and modify flight PCBs and harnesses as needed to support engineering changes and troubleshootingPerform qualification testing on circuit boards and assemblies to qualify them for flightLayout and assemble electronic ground support equipment (EGSE) for testing flight hardware in our labInterpret engineering schematics, drawings, and assembly procedures to support hardware integration and troubleshootingYour skills and qualifications:Minimum of a high school diploma3+ years of hands-on electronics assembly experience, preferably in aerospace or satellite hardwareIPC-A-610 training/certification (or equivalent workmanship standards experience)Experience working with flight hardware in cleanroom environments, including proper ESD mitigation and contamination control protocolsProven experience with PCB assembly and soldering (surface-mount and through-hole components)Hands-on experience building electrical harnesses including wire stripping, crimping, pinning, routing, and continuity testingBasic hand tool knowledge and familiarization with power toolsAbility to read and interpret engineering schematics, assembly drawings, and technical proceduresDesirable:Experience with aerospace-grade connectors including micro-D, Harwin, D-sub, circular, and RF connectorsIPC J-STD-001 certification (soldering) or IPC-620 certification (wire harness assembly)Experience with aerospace hardware across its life-cycle from prototype through flight buildsExperience with Epsilon 3 or equivalent for procedure executionFamiliarity with aerospace quality standards and documentation requirementsExperience using lab equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, and continuity testersFamiliarity with Microsoft Office software for documentation and reportingExperience with Linux operating system and running commands within the terminal applicationWe offer a compensation package that includes a competitive base salary plus annual performance bonus and benefits. We consider many factors when determining salary offers, such as candidate's work experience, education, training & skills, as well as market and business considerations.

We are also open to considering candidates with experience and qualifications at a different level than required in a job posting, which may affect the compensation package offered.Salary Range$70,000 - $115,000 USDCompany Overview:HawkEye 360 is equipping defense, intelligence, and national security leaders with mission-critical signals intelligence to enable faster, better decision making. By detecting, geolocating, and characterizing radio frequency emissions worldwide, HawkEye 360 delivers trusted domain awareness and early warning indicators to the US Government and allied partners. Our space-based collection, proprietary signal processing, and AI-powered analytics transform knowledge of RF spectrum into a strategic advantage.

Proven by operational mission success, HawkEye 360 is redefining how signals intelligence strengthens national and global security.HawkEye 360 is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.