Tendeg LLC is a premier spacecraft deployables company. Our novel designs are enabling exciting missions providing high gain antennas for sensor applications and communications. We have 12 antennas on-orbit and 20 flight deliverables occurring in 2024. Our missions include Earth Science (weather, surface deformation and change); LEO, GEO and lunar communications; synthetic aperture radar (SAR); and unique radio frequency sensors for commercial and government applications. We have apertures from 50cm to 10m, VHF to Q/V-band, and precise 2-axis gimbals. Consider joining our innovative and rapidly growing team.
Tendeg’s Philosophy
We encourage innovation and entrepreneurial energy. We are successful because we take a unique approach to solving problems. We look for creative thinkers and self-motivated people that can collaborate within our open team environment. TENDEG is an acronym for TENacious Design and Engineering Group. Obviously, tenacity is another trait we embrace.
Title: Senior Test Engineering Aerospace Technician
Position Type: Full-Time/Non-Exempt
Pay Range: $21.30-$36.26 (Hourly) (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data)
Location: Louisville, CO
About the role: We are looking for a Senior Test Engineering Technician that will support one of the following programs:
INCUS: NASA has selected Tendeg to deliver four Ka-band deployable antennas for a new Earth science mission called Investigation of Convective Updrafts (INCUS) that will study the behavior of tropical storms and thunderstorms, including their impacts on weather and climate models. https://www.jpl.nasa.gov/news/nasa-selects-new-mission- to-study-storms-impacts-on-climate-models
2-axis Gimbal Antennas: Tendeg has multiple contracts to develop, fabricate, test and deliver flight units for deployable high gain antennas from X-band to Q/V-band. These are for sensor and communication missions for LEO, MEO and lunar applications.
Perimeter Truss Reflectors: Tendeg has multiple contracts to deliver large aperture antennas for GEO communications, SAR, and national security.
What You'll Do
Read understand and execute work instructions to test antennas and PCB’s.
Responsible for using high precision measurement equipment for test
Maintain a high level of attention to detail in documenting test results
Communicate with engineers and the production team to document test results
Verify final built configuration of assemblies’ match engineering detailed in the work instructions and assembly drawing.
Identify non-conforming parts during the build process by referencing engineering documentation.
Be willing to cross train in multiple areas of specialty.
Program environmental equipment to include thermal chambers and TVAC
Perform other duties as assigned
Key Job Requirements
2-7 years of experience needed in mechanical assembly.
High School Diploma/GED
Technical writing skills preferred
Ability to read and work to engineering documentation
Excellent manual dexterity, ability to handle small parts
Possess strong problem solving and communication abilities
High standard of workmanship is a must
RF and Labview experience a plus
Benefits
As we are growing and investing in our company, we invest in our team. We recognize employee contributions through competitive salaries and bonuses and take pride in taking care of our employees. Here is how we show our appreciation:
Employer Paid Short Term Disability and Basic Life, AD&D
Additional Benefit Options Including Voluntary Life and Long Term Disability
EAP Program
Company SWAG
Company sponsored lunches/outings
Dog friendly work environment
Free company parking
Break rooms fully stocked with snacks, drinks, and an espresso coffee machine
US Citizenship Is Required
Tendeg LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, national origin, veteran status and any other protected factor.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Strategy/Planning and Information Technology
Industries
Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
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