ICON · 1 month ago
Spacecraft Systems Technician
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expICON is seeking a Spacecraft Systems Technician to help shape the future of off-planet construction. In this role, you'll apply your technical expertise to support the development of groundbreaking systems that make extraterrestrial construction possible.
3D PrintingAdvanced MaterialsConstructionMechanical DesignRoboticsSoftware
Responsibilities
Assemble and operate space environmental simulation systems including vacuum chambers, thermal chambers, vibration tables, and strength and stiffness fixtures
Operation of hand tools
Configuration of work cells including layouts, tooling, and equipment
Assistance with transition from development to production
Manufacture, assembly, and test of mechanical, fluid, and electrical flight hardware assemblies according to written procedures and engineering models, drawings, specifications, and standards
Perform second party verifications and hardware inspections of engineering models, drawings, specifications, and written work instructions
Troubleshoot, diagnose, and correct discrepancies by modification, rework, repair, and/or maintenance
Operation of various material handling equipment including forklifts, overhead cranes, aerial lifts, truck-trailer combinations, and other support equipment as required
Ownership of coordinated activities between operations, facilities, and other engineering/technician teams (i.e., construction work, hardware moves, etc.)
Setup and operate and maintain a wide range of high-precision calibrated tools such as torque wrenches, micrometers, calipers, depth gauges, and optical measuring instruments
Perform routine maintenance functions such as daily clean-up of work areas while taking ownership of Safety and Quality initiatives
Run predefined experiments while creating detailed and organized reports in a timely manner
Design and implement fixtures, tooling and low-level prototypes to aid in development
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED
3+ years of experience in Aerospace/Launch vehicle production, testing, and assembly
Experience in handling large aerospace components and flight hardware
Experience in manufacturing, integration, or another relevant field
Ability to interpret engineering models, drawings, specifications, written work instructions, and test procedures
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Basic computer skills such as Windows, G-suite, etc
Ability to work in confined spaces for extended periods of time
Ability to work with a strong work ethic and close attention to detail in a fast-paced dynamic team environment with rapidly changing roles and responsibilities
Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
Preferred
Experience with multi-axis robotic systems
Metal fabrication experience (fabricating, assembly, and install)
Experience in drilling applications and assembling tightly toleranced structures
Industry certification, trade school training and/or degree in a related field
Military Experience
Experience with build out of vacuum chambers and operation of vacuum equipment
Experience in 3D printing systems (FDM, SLS, SLA)
CAD experience, preferably SolidWorks
Company
ICON
ICON is a construction technology company that uses 3D robotics, software, and advanced materials.
201-500 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (4)
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2023 (5)
2022 (11)
2021 (4)
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$507.5MKey Investors
Tiger Global ManagementNorwestNASA
2025-02-14Series C· $56M
2022-02-18Series B· $185M
2021-08-24Series B· $207M
Leadership Team
Michael McDaniel
Senior Director of Product Design & Strategy
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