Propulsion Technician

Post Date

Jun 18, 2026

Location

San Jose,
California

ZIP/Postal Code

95138
US
Sep 20, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract-to-perm

Category

Electrical Engineering

Req #

DEN-2aa9ac57-354c-4ecc-9f36-edc60f40a608

Pay Rate

$38 - $48 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is looking for a Propulsion Technician in the Greater San Jose Area. This individual will assemble and integrate spacecraft electric propulsion components (tanks, prop lines, thrusters, brackets, heater circuits, sensors), support acceptance/pre-ship performance test, troubleshoot build/test issues, perform rework per approved procedures and assist with maintenance of HITL, continuous integration and qualification satellite hardware.

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Required Skills & Experience

3+ years of hands-on experience in propulsion
Electrical test experience – use of DMMs, LCR meters, or insulation resistance testing
Experience performing precision tube/line fabrication and installation
Experience executing propulsion system functional testing

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Previous experience building Hall-effect thruster propulsion systems
Troubleshoot build/test issues with engineering and quality, perform rework per approved procedures
Experience with epoxy/adhesive bonding, safety wire, precision torque practices
Comfortable working in a cleanroom and following strict process controls & documentation

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.