Senior Technician (Fabrication)

About Gravitics At Gravitics, we're not exploring space—we're building it. We're creating the infrastructure for a thriving space economy, enabling humanity to flourish beyond Earth. Our vision is bold, but we're not just dreamers; we're doers. We design and manufacture large-scale orbital structures that enable commercial operations while meeting the requirements of defense and government missions. Our systems are built to scale and built to last—bridging commercial innovation with mission-critical performance. Ifyou'reready to lay the foundations for a new era in space, embrace a culture of relentless learning and innovation, and contribute to a future where humanity's reach extends farther,Graviticsis the place for you.Let'sbuild the future together. About the Role We're looking for a teammate experienced in fabricating and assembling large structures. Beyond your hands-on work, we'll be looking to you for your feedback as we build a team where everyone does a bit of everything. More than anything, we are seeking a motivated candidate with a mind for solving unique manufacturing challenges. This role is focused on building space rated metallic structures. The role could entail working in confided spaces, loud environments, and with hazardous chemicals. Responsibilities Cut, form, and weld both steel and aluminum from engineering drawings and instructions Provide feedback on designs and manufacturing methods Use precision calibrated tools – torque wrenches, micrometers, and calipers etc. Read and interpret technical drawings, and follow detailed work instructions Operate cranes, forklifts and other Heavy equipment Operate manufacturing equipment such as water jets, CNC mills, etc. Help create a next generation manufacturing center for very large space systems Help implement and maintain systems for safety, compliance, and industry best practices Maintain a clean and thoughtfully organized work area Owner of processes and operations on the shop floor Resolve issues independently or with engineering as required Follow OSHA safety standards About You You’re a successful candidate if you like working on a variety of projects and don’t mind shifting priorities. You have enough experience to help coach a team, and are open to try things you’ve never done before. You can take guidance from engineering and use it to make go- no go decisions and have an eye for quality. Required Attributes High school diploma or equivalency Certificate Hands on experience welding with any or all of the following: MIG/TIG/Laser systems for both steel and aluminum Experience leading or coaching teams Ability to be on site and work daily with large metal assemblies Commitment to safety and pride in your work 5+ years in a fabrication/ Manufacturing environment Willingness to learn new tools and processes Ability to maintain equipment per manuals/ instructionsAbility to lift up to 50Lbs, sit, and stand for extended periods of time Bonus Points for A proven history of forming large metal structures Experience in Class A welds (per AWS D17.1) Experience with Non-Destructively evaluated welds (X-ray, Eddy Current, Ultrasound) Experience executing detailed procedures for assembly and testing Experience in an environment where traceability is critical Experience in safety critical environments including working with hazardous materials and pressurized systems A & P license or experience working on large, engineered assemblies in the military Experience working in a cleanroom environment Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment Proficiency with computers and Microsoft office You may be a good fit for this role even if you don't meet all of the attributes listed here, if you are that person, tell us why in a cover letter! About Compliance To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Graviticsis an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Graviticsis governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Graviticsspace