Environmental Test Engineering Technician Verified today
About the role
Stratolaunch engineers operationally realistic testing at Mach 5+ using air-launched Talon reusable testbeds. We need Environmental Test Engineering Technicians to support design, integration, testing, and maintenance of hypersonic vehicles and related systems.
What you will do
Conduct Environmental Testing Operations
- Develop and execute test activities, including operation of thermal chambers, vibration tables, shock equipment, and related instrumentation.
- Execute thermal cycling, vibration, shock, and combined environment testing per applicable aerospace and industry standards.
- Ensure accurate documentation, analysis, and reporting of test results.
- Maintain and calibrate test equipment, ensuring compliance with internal and external requirements.
Support Systems Integration and Test Preparation
- Design and fabricate test fixtures, support equipment, and instrumentation setups.
- Create test procedures, work instructions, and technical documentation.
- Support test readiness reviews and coordination with engineering teams.
Technical Communication
- Communicate project status, technical challenges, and solutions to engineering leads and test team management.
Travel and Professionalism
- Travel as needed (less than 5%) to support department and test activities.
- Demonstrate honesty, responsibility, integrity, and fulfillment of commitments.
Required qualifications
- Experience in environmental testing (thermal, vibration, shock, etc.)
- Knowledge of environmental test methods, standards, and instrumentation.
- Proficiency in using and executing test procedures, work instructions, and technical documentation.
- Strong hands-on experience with test equipment setup, operation, and troubleshooting.
- Proven ability to communicate technical challenges.
- Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.
- Experience with complex aerospace system development and integration.
- Ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities.
- Ability to gain and maintain a DoW security clearance.
Preferred qualifications
- Experience with environmental test standards (RTCA DO-160, MIL-STD-810, RCC-319/324, SSC-S016).
- Active DoW Security clearance.
- Experience with data acquisition systems and advanced test automation techniques.
Required computer skills
- Data acquisition and analysis tools (NI LabVIEW, Curtiss-Wright IADS, or equivalent).
- Familiarity with 3D CAD for test fixture design.
- MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Preferred computer skills
- Siemens Capital/Mentor Graphics.
- 3D CAD modeling experience: NX, CATIA, or Solidworks.
- Familiarity with configuration management systems, Jira preferred.
Experience and compensation
Engineering Technician I: 2-4 years as a technician in a relevant discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Salary $38.50-$52.88/hour.
Engineering Technician II: 4-6 years as a technician in a relevant discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Salary $43.25-$60.00/hour.
Senior Engineering Technician: 6+ years as a technician in a relevant discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Salary $52.88-$64.90/hour.
Work environment
- On-site in Mojave, CA.
- Travel as needed (less than 5%) to support the department.
- 9/80 schedule.
- This position may involve the operation of company vehicles as part of assigned duties.
Benefits
- Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs).
- Paid Maternity and Parental Leave.
- 50% company match per contributed dollar into 401(k) savings plan, up to $11,500.
- Tuition reimbursement.
Base salary and leveling are established on a case-by-case basis, considering your location, educational background, and demonstrated skills and experience during interviews.
U.S. Citizenship may be required for some positions with a government clearance.