Vibration Testing Technician
Rocketdyne · Mason, OH · 1 mo ago
EngineeringFull-time
Schedule
9/80: Employees work Monday‑Thursday, every other Friday.
About the role
We are seeking an Engineering Technician to support vibration testing on Rocketdyne’s Space Electronics.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary point of support for test equipment and processes, maintaining responsibility for vibration and shock test execution.
- Execute tests, record notes and anomalies, collect and analyze data, and write test reports with consistency and accuracy.
- Operate, debug, and identify root causes in a variety of automated and manual test equipment, test setups, and laboratory equipment (including vibration and shock systems and assorted measurement accelerometers) to improve workflow and efficiency.
- Contribute to and perform failure analysis and generate recovery plans for test failures.
- Troubleshoot and maintain onsite environmental test equipment and related fixtures, including vibration/shock fixtures, electrodynamic shakers, mechanically induced pyro‑shock beams, and associated instrumentation.
- Interface with management, program managers, project engineers, mechanical engineers, test technicians, as well as internal and external customers.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience, **or** 2 years of post‑secondary/Associate’s degree with a minimum of 4 years of related experience.
- At least 2 years of experience working with environmental test equipment, including electrodynamic shakers, accelerometers, and shock test equipment.
- At least 2 years of basic computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office.
- At least 2 years of strong written and interpersonal skills, capable of communicating effectively with customers, management, and other disciplines.
- At least 2 years of strong planning and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize work assignments.
- At least 2 years of experience working both individually and in a diverse, team‑oriented environment.
- Must be a United States citizen.
Preferred Additional Skills
- Experience with MIL‑STD testing methods.
- Experience with electronic and/or electromechanical assemblies.