Environmental Test Technician

About the role

Under minimal supervision, perform duties to set up and conduct testing on electro‑optical systems while being subjected to environmental stresses such as vacuum, temperature, and vibration. This position supports a 2nd shift schedule of Monday – Friday, 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM.

Responsibilities

• Understand complex assemblies and processes dealing with environmental testing.
• Set up and perform varied electro‑optical tests while subjecting products to environmental stresses.
• Maintain and complete detailed test procedures and data analysis.
• Set up, perform, and support other environmental lab tests.
• Perform test equipment preventative maintenance activities.
• Maintain environmental chambers and related support equipment.
• Install and instrument the hardware to be tested.
• Maintain all test logs, update status board and interface with test and quality engineers.
• Maintain the area according to 5S principles.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 5–10 years of experience in an Environmental Test Lab.
• Skilled in the operation of test lab equipment and the performance of testing.
• Intermediate computer skills with ability to utilize standard business software (e.g., MS Office and Outlook).
• Solid written and verbal communication skills.
• Desired: Associate’s/Technical Degree (two years).
• Desired: Experience operating thermal‑vacuum chambers.
• Desired: Hands‑on experience with computerized thermal control and data acquisition systems.
• Desired: Experience setting up and performing electrical, mechanical, and optical functional testing following defined procedures.
• Desired: Hands‑on experience with computerized vibration control and data acquisition systems, including vibration exciters and amplifiers.

Schedule

2nd shift, Monday – Friday, 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM. No travel required.

Pay

Proposed salary range: $49,900 – $100,000. Final salary may vary based on geographic location, contract labor categories, experience, skills, education, and certifications.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• Healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, and family support benefits.
• Flexible time‑off benefit.
• Access to robust learning resources and continuing education.
• Support for work‑life balance.