Development Test Technician (Mechanical)

Responsibilities

• Prepare test articles, test stands, and systems for test operations
• Ensure all test stand-related equipment, systems, and servicing are performed on time, safely, and in a professional manner
• Perform post-test operations and inspections to ensure flight-worthy hardware
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair equipment and instrumentation as needed
• Fabricate, repair, and assemble hardware/equipment needed for test operations
• Collaborate with engineers to develop and document activities
• Ensure all components and materials are clean and inspected according to applicable standards
• Operate and maintain hardware, high-pressure systems and pumps, and other ancillary equipment including pneumatic components
• Obtain and maintain licenses, operator permits, or certifications as required
• Monitor and maintain a reasonable inventory of cryogenic equipment, pneumatic equipment, fittings, hoses, and other supplies necessary to perform test operations
• Acquire proper inventory parts and equipment needed for repair or replacement of defective components
• Process work orders and maintenance tickets
• Perform a variety of related duties in support of acceptance and development testing, as well as testing site-wide, as needed
• Develop novel ways site-wide to streamline processes and increase the reliability of testing operations
• Participate in rigging and crane operations for test equipment and test articles; including hangar bridge cranes and mobile crane lifts

Basic Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 3+ years of experience working with and troubleshooting complex mechanical systems, high-pressure fluid/pneumatic systems, or heavy equipment
• 3+ years of experience using power tools, hand tools, and calibrated tooling

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic (A&P) license
• Experience in airframe structural repair
• Experience in aviation electronics and avionics
• Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) certification or training
• Experience with the testing process and optimization of test processes
• Experience with hydraulic plumbing repair/fabrication
• Experience in ground support equipment in the aerospace industry
• Experience in the space exploration industry, aviation, military, or other high-reliability operating environment
• Basic computer skills, including experience using Microsoft Office and photo generation/compilation
• Knowledge of vacuum systems
• Knowledge of all types of bore scope inspection equipment
• Knowledge of different fittings such as NPT, MS, AN, and Swagelok
• A demonstrated ability to read/understand technical manuals and reports
• Ability to read, and understand operating system schematics and drawings
• Use of precision measuring instruments/equipment
• Communication skills for relaying data (verbally and in writing) between other employees and customers
• Experience with rigging, cranes, and lift operations
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment
• Experience with analog and digital instrumentation (load cells, pressure transducers, strain gauges, RTDs, TCs, encoders, deflection gages, LVDTs, accelerometers, IMUs)