# Integration Technician

**Company:** [Northwood Space](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/northwood-space)
**Location:** Los Angeles, CA
**Role:** Hardware Engineering
**Salary:** $27 – $30/hr
**Experience:** 0+ years
**Skills:** Hand Tools, Power Tools, Mechanical Drawings, Assembly Instructions, Torque Tools, 3D Printers, Drill Presses, Rf Hardware, Phased-Array Antennas, Parabolic Antennas
**Posted:** 2026-03-09

> Assembles and integrates mechanical/electromechanical subassemblies into parabolic and phased-array antenna systems for satellite communications. Requires strong mechanical aptitude, ability to follow drawings, and hands-on tool experience; early-career role in fast-paced hardware development.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities
- Assemble mechanical and electromechanical subassemblies for antenna systems.
- Integrate subassemblies into complete parabolic and phased-array antenna assemblies.
- Perform mechanical alignment, fastening, and structural integration using hand and power tools.
- Follow engineering drawings, assembly instructions, and build documentation.
- Conduct basic verification checks including fit, alignment, and functional inspection.
- Support prototype builds and iterative hardware development.
- Maintain clean and organized workspaces, tools, and hardware inventory.
- Document build steps, issues, and deviations during assembly.
- Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to improve assembly processes.

## Required Qualifications
- Demonstrated mechanical aptitude (hands-on projects, shop work, robotics, automotive work, etc.).
- Ability to read and follow mechanical drawings or assembly instructions.
- Experience using common hand tools and shop equipment.
- Comfort working with precision components and small mechanical assemblies.
- Strong attention to detail and quality of workmanship.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced hardware development environment.

## Preferred Qualifications
- Technical training, trade school, community college coursework, or equivalent hands-on experience.
- Exposure to mechanical assembly, electronics assembly, or manufacturing environments.
- Experience with torque tools, fasteners, adhesives, or cable routing.
- Familiarity with prototyping tools such as 3D printers, mills, drill presses, or bandsaws.
- Basic understanding of RF hardware or antenna systems.

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