- Location
- Santa Barbara, California, United States · published
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Engineering
- Source
- Workable
Description
Umbra is an American space technology company delivering advanced systems, from sensors to spacecraft, that empower customers worldwide with unmatched access to critical information from space. Our mission is simple and ambitious: redefine space—for people, systems, and missions in every domain. Umbra’s ecosystem operates through three business units: Remote Sensing (the data), Space Systems (the components), and Mission Solutions (the platforms).Together, our teams develop capabilities that deliver persistent access, resilient performance, and mission-ready solutions, advancing U.S. space leadership while keeping the world safe and informed.
About the Team
Space Systems – The Components
Space Systems is where Umbra turns hardware and software designs into on-orbit realities; developing, implementing and iterating mission-ready core technology, while simultaneously advancing the next generation of our own satellite constellation. Space Systems is vertically integrated across the satellite architecture, thus the team designs, builds, and tests an array of critical components and subsystems, including power systems, communications, control systems, deployment hardware, avionics, and payloads, as well as the flight software, firmware and digital design solutions to support the entire hardware stack. Our focus is on first principles engineering, and our mandate is simple: it has to work when it counts. Every bolt, board, and binary is proven on our own SAR constellation, ensuring flight-proven reliability where failure is not an option.
If you want to work on cutting edge space technology while maintaining the highest standard for innovation and mission ready performance, you belong here at Umbra.
About the Job
Join Umbra's Manufacturing team as a Spacecraft Aerospace Technician and play a crucial role in building the satellites we launch every year. In this position, you will be hands-on in the assembly and testing of our advanced spacecraft systems. Your expertise will not only contribute to the successful construction of satellites but also help streamline and enhance our manufacturing processes across multiple builds. If you're passionate about aerospace technology and eager to make an impact, we want to hear from you!
This position is based on-site in our Santa Barbara/Goleta, CA office.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform hands-on assembly, integration, and testing of spacecraft hardware and components in accordance with engineering drawings, procedures, and specifications.
- Support mechanical and electrical assembly activities, including the use of hand tools, measurement equipment, fixtures, and tooling.
- Partner with engineers to develop, execute, troubleshoot, and document manufacturing and test procedures.
- Maintain accurate manufacturing documentation, including assembly procedures, test records, and build documentation.
- Support the development, fabrication, and maintenance of test fixtures, tooling, and manufacturing infrastructure.
- Identify assembly or test issues and work collaboratively with engineering to troubleshoot problems and improve manufacturing processes.