Avionics Test Technician – Space Simulation Test Lab

Avionics Test Technician – Space Simulation Test Lab

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, or military environment

Responsibilities

• Perform pneumatic and hydraulic acceptance (ATP) and qualification (QTP) testing of flight hardware and document results in a clear, precise and complete manner
• Work with high-pressure pumps and high-pressure gases such as helium and nitrogen
• Use mechanical hand tools and torque wrenches to layout, fabricate, assemble, and install experimental/production flight hardware for mock-ups, full-scale operating models, and test assemblies
• Use basic and advanced electronic test equipment/software to run performance tests on parts
• Analyze and interpret test data to meet acceptance criteria established by engineering
• Work with design engineers to troubleshoot failures of parts and test equipment. Repair or replace flight hardware due to engineering design changes and test failures
• Responsible for preventative maintenance activities on test equipment and data acquisition systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cryogenic pressure systems (gasses and liquids) and/or hydrostatic systems
• Experience with manufacturing or testing tooling such as form blocks, drill jigs, and specialized test equipment
• Capable of working with diverse electrical and computer based test equipment including LABVIEW, analog, digital and RF
• Proficient in the usage of high-pressure pneumatic test carts and experience with pressure systems >1,000 PSI
• Experience in the setup and operation of pneumatic and hydraulic systems
• Excellent attention to detail