Test Technician at Impulse Space

Redondo Beach, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Aug, 26

Salary

45.0

Posted On

31 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Test Equipment Fabrication, Pressure Systems Testing, Propellant Systems Testing, Calibration, Fluid Systems Troubleshooting, Electrical Systems Troubleshooting, Tube Bending, Machining, Welding, Engineering Drawing Interpretation, Data Acquisition Systems, Vacuum Chamber Operation, Thermal Chamber Operation, Vibration Table Operation, Standard Operating Procedures, Aerospace Testing

Industry

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Description

Test Technician Department: Assembly, Integration & Test Employment Type: Full Time Location: Redondo Beach Compensation: $35.00 - $45.00 / hour Description As a Test Technician at Impulse, you will perform a wide range of spacecraft component and assembly testing while developing and maintaining state-of-the-art test equipment. Responsibilities Fabricate, assemble and maintain test equipment Perform extensive testing on a variety of test equipment including pressure and propellant systems, combustion devices, vibration tables, thermal chambers and vacuum chambers Perform calibration activities for automated acceptance testing equipment Work with designers, engineers and other technicians to improve test processes and throughput Provide training and guidance to other technicians Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or equivalency certificate 3+ years of professional experience in aerospace or other relevant operations or test environment Experience with the safe operation of pressure, electrical, power and data acquisition systems Proficient with basic fabrication tools and processes (electric/pneumatic power tools, tube bending, machining, welding, etc.) Ability to troubleshoot problems with fluid and electrical systems and implement scrappy solutions Preferred Skills and Experience 5+ years' of demonstrated experience with propulsion and/or fluid system assembly, testing on rockets, launch vehicles, or spacecraft Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, an understanding for drawing symbols, flag notes and general notes Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, with knowledge of standard operating procedures Attention to detail and accuracy while working within a fast-paced production environment Additional Requirements: Flexible schedule and willing to travel as needed Additional Information: Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan. Impulse Space’s spacecraft manufacturing business is subject to U.S. export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). This position requires applicants to be either U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent U.S. resident (green card holder), an individual granted asylum in the U.S., or an individual admitted in U.S. refugee status) or persons eligible to obtain an export license from the U.S. Departments of State, Commerce, or other applicable U.S. government agencies. Learn more about the ITAR here. Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Impulse Space is 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.

Responsibilities

Perform a wide range of spacecraft component and assembly testing while developing and maintaining state-of-the-art test equipment. Collaborate with engineers to improve test processes and provide guidance to other technicians.