Agile Space Industries is a rapidly growing supplier of propulsion hardware and engineering services for the space industry. Headquartered in Durango, Colorado, with expanding operations in Mount Pleasant, Pennsylvania, and Tulsa, Oklahoma, Agile has achieved more than 40% year-over-year growth for the past three years, and our momentum continues to accelerate.

At Agile, we design, build, and test in-space propulsion systems that give spacecraft the ability to maneuver with precision, reliability, and purpose. Our technologies play a critical role in missions that range from lunar landings and resource utilization to national defense, human exploration, and commercial space transport.

We are seeking bold and driven individuals who thrive in a hands-on, fast-moving environment and want to help write the next chapter of space history as part of a close-knit, innovative team.

Agile Space Industries is seeking an Assembly Technician I to support the production of rocket engines at our manufacturing center in Durango, Colorado. In this role, you will work with our Manufacturing Engineers to support the delivery of high-quality rocket hardware for in-space propulsion and R&D applications. You will assemble and test rocket engines. You will use computer software to track builds and record data related to builds. You will make recommendations for improvements to the build processes and facility equipment. You will handle decontamination of rocket engines after hot fire testing.

Responsibilities

• Fabrication, assembly, and test of rocket engine hardware
• Maintain a clean and organized shop suitable for high quality aerospace fabrication
• Provide ongoing feedback on build and test procedures
• Document build processes in a computer-based shop floor management system
• Improve processes and tools to make the job easier
• Other tasks as assigned

• Personal commitment to attention to detail and delivering conforming products to our customers
• Understand and interpret technical schematics and drawing
• Assemble hardware, paying close attention to detail with hardware processing and hardware safety
• Test assemblies and components to verify conformance prior to hotfire testing
• Work autonomously and take initiative in a high cadence environment
• Provide ongoing feedback on hardware and processes to drive manufacturing improvements
• Comfortable with change and growth to embrace new techniques as they emerge and upgrade skills to grow professionally along with our business needs
• Assist in maintaining work performance records, inspection records, and other related items; assure correctness of all documents
• Participate with our team of internal auditors to maintain our QMS (Quality Management System) per AS9100.
• Report issues, malfunctions, unusual wear, or damage to appropriate personnel, as required
• Safety: Monitor events, materials, and surroundings: Identifying any unsafe situation and notifying an immediate member of management

Minimum Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude and interest in aerospace fabrication and assembly processes
• Demonstrated experience working with complex mechanisms and structure
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collaboratively in team environments
• Possess strong oral and written communication skills in English
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Works as a competent member of the team, and willingly provides back-up support for coworkers when appropriate.
• Professional phone, email and written correspondence skills required
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Willingness to travel to domestic locations to assist with company events and work overtime as needed
• Able to maintain confidential information for the company and within regulatory guidelines required
• Reliable commute to ensure punctual attendance to every scheduled workday
• Show up to work consistently and on time
• Experience in US Space Defense, Civil Space, and Commercial Space sectors a plus but not required
• Highly detailed with strong organizational and time management skills

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.
Frequently repeat same hand, arm, and finger motion many times to include finger and hand dexterity.
Frequently requires vision abilities to include close, distance, depth perception, and telling the difference between colors
Frequently requires hearing abilities to include discerning different tones and volumes
Frequently lifting or carrying up to 20 lbs.

Employment Type: Non-Exempt

The expected salary range for this role is $21.15-$31.73 an hour. Final compensation will be based on factors such as experience, skills, and internal equity, and is typically made within the midrange, rather than the upper end.

Work Schedule: Full Time

Location: Durango, CO

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Posting Timeline: This position will remain open for a minimum of five (5) days and will continue to accept applications until the role is filled. Early applications are encouraged, as reviews and interviews may begin during the posting period.

What You'll Love About Us: Agile Space Industries offers exceptional benefits to support you and your family including generous health coverage, dental and vision plans, Flexible Time Off, parental leave, and a 401(k) with 100% company match up to 4%. We are committed to creating a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, region, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. Don’t meet every single requirement? At Agile, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly align with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might be the perfect fit for this role or another opportunity with us.

Reasonable Accommodation: At Agile, our goal is to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates applying and interviewing at Agile Space Industries. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please submit a request to hr@agilespaceindustries.com.

Recruitment Notice: Agile Space Industries is not partnering with external recruiters or agencies at this time. Please do not contact our staff directly regarding open positions. All candidates must apply through our official application process to be considered