Location: This role will be onsite in our Broomfield, Colorado office.
Travel: Up to 5%
Job ID: 554
About Skyloom
Skyloom, an IonQ company, is a telecommunications company founded with the mission to develop, deploy, and operate one of the fundamental pieces of tomorrow's space communication infrastructure to provide data transport services on a planetary scale. If you have a strong sense of purpose, focus, urgency, and willingness to compete, or if working on space lasers excites you, join our team to develop the future generation of space communication technology.
What Makes Skyloom Unique?
Skyloom is building the orbital infrastructure for the next renaissance in global connectivity. As Earth’s first space-based telecommunications company, we deliver fiberless, planetary-scale data transport that dramatically increases bandwidth, availability, and resiliency—while reducing latency and total cost of operations.
Our proprietary optical technology enables secure, ultra-high-capacity connections across our end-to-end, multi-orbit network or within your own infrastructure, unlocking a new standard for global communications.
The Role
The AIT Mechanical Integration Technician plays a key role in Skyloom’s Assembly, Integration, and Test (AIT) operations. This position is responsible for the hands-on mechanical assembly of flight and non-flight hardware, including precision components, subassemblies, harnesses, and opto-mechanical structures.
Responsibilities
- Assemble mechanical, electromechanical, and opto-mechanical components following work instructions.
- Identify and organize tools and components based on technical descriptions and BOMs.
- Perform precision inspections using metrology tools to meet aerospace-level specifications.
- Conduct mechanical and functional tests; troubleshoot and perform repairs when required.
- Document test outcomes, deviations, and failure analysis results.
- Collaborate with engineering to implement corrective actions and fixture updates.
- Maintain ESD and FOD controls and follow space-grade cleanliness standards.
- Report deviations in parts, tools, or workflows.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives within AIT.
- Adapt quickly to shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Qualifications
- 1–3 years of experience in mechanical assembly, AIT, electronics, PCB assembly, or high-precision manufacturing.
- Familiarity with precision fasteners and metric hardware.
- Proficiency using basic math for measurements.
- Ability to read and follow detailed work instructions and drawings.
- Effective communication skills in English.
- Ability to comply with safety, ESD, and PPE requirements.
- High school diploma or GED.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in aerospace, cleanroom, AIT, or precision assembly environments.
- Familiarity with space hardware or optical components.
- Experience with ERP/MES systems such as Odoo.
- Interest in skill development within a multidisciplinary and international team.
Compensation
The approximate base salary range for this position is $88,270- $110,000. The total compensation package includes base, bonus, equity, and a range of benefit options found on our career site.
Compensation will vary based on individual factors such as education, qualifications and experience of the final candidate(s), specific office location and calibration against relevant market data and internal team equity. Posted base salary figures are subject to change as new market data becomes available.
Benefits/Perks
- In addition to an opportunity to take part in an innovative, collaborative and fast-growing business with a highly motivated and skilled team, we also take pride in taking care of our employees. Here are just a few ways that we show our appreciation:
- We provide extensive medical coverage, including strong vision and dental plans, flexible spending accounts, and additional supplemental health options.
- Paid Time Off Policy
- 401(k) Plan
- Mental Health Resources
- Furry friends? We’ve got you covered with with pet insurance options
- Legal insurance options also available
Equal Opportunity Statement
At IonQ, we believe in fair treatment, access, opportunity, and advancement for all, and we strive to identify and eliminate barriers. We empower employees to thrive by fostering a culture of autonomy, productivity, and respect. We are dedicated to creating an environment where individuals can feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued.
We are committed to equity and justice. We welcome different voices and viewpoints and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, ancestry, physical and/or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
