K2 Space · 1 month ago
Senior Avionics PCBA Technician
Los Angeles, CA, US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$38/hr - $48/hr
5+ years expK2 Space is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown, backed by significant investments. The Senior Avionics PCBA Technician will play a key role in developing and producing avionics systems, focusing on precision soldering and reworking of PCBs, while collaborating with engineers and supporting avionics testing.
ConsultingFurnitureReal Estate
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Perform precision hand soldering and rework of printed circuit boards (PCBs), including removal and replacement of 0402 and smaller SMT components using hot air, micro-soldering, and reflow techniques
Hand-solder (population/depopulation) Bottom Termination Components (BTC)
Modify traces or pads and run jumper wire on PCB
Support subassemblies and fabricate test harnesses for avionics testing
Perform component kitting from inventory as needed
Support hardware troubleshooting with Engineering teams to resolve board failures and design updates
Maintain ESD-safe practices at all times when handling electronics
Provide training to other technicians to help scale production across development and flight
Provide consistent process improvement feedback to Engineering and Production Leadership
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience soldering electronic components for PCBAs
Proficiency with basic tools: soldering irons, hot air tools, and component handling for 0201, 0402, and BGA/QFN packages
Experience with reballing and reworking fine-pitch BGAs
Demonstrated ability to rework and repair complex assemblies to IPC-7711/7721 standards
Experience building and inspecting flight-quality cable and harness assemblies
Ability to follow schematics, work instructions, and drawings with minimal supervision
Familiarity with ESD requirements for components and PCB/PCBAs
Demonstrated high level of ownership and problem-solving skills
Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed
Must be able to stoop, bend, crawl, and sit for long periods of time
Must be able to lift and carry parts or equipment up to 50 lbs. unassisted
Preferred
IPC-A-610, IPC-A-620, IPC-7711/7721, J-STD-001, NASA-STD-8739.3
Experience fabricating harnesses from assembly drawings and schematics
Ability to read, review, and redline electrical schematics and mechanical drawings
Experience with various potting and encapsulation techniques
Previous experience supporting environmental or functional testing of avionics assemblies
Strong communication skills with ability to communicate hardware and systems problems
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off
Medical/dental/vision coverage
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
And many other perks
Company
K2 Space
Office design, fit out, refurbishment and furniture company
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
G
Geoff Osman
Managing director
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