Enviromental Test Technician

Planetary Systems Corporation (PSC) by Rocket Lab, a manufacturer of satellite mechanisms, is seeking a proactive environmental test technician to execute various aerospace environmental tests. 

PSC’s products include separation systems, on-orbit devices, and other electro-mechanical deployables.  

Title: Enviromental Test Technician 

Position Type: Hourly, full-time 40 hours/week with option for occasional overtime 

Location: Silver Spring, Maryland -- This position is not remote. 

Compensation: Competitive salary and benefit package commensurate with experience 

Benefits: Paid vacation and holidays, medical, life, and disability insurance, 401k plan with company match, flex-time work schedule, new parent leave, free coffee and snacks, and more 

Travel: Occasional to local external test facilities (typically less than 1 hour drive) 

WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO: 

• Perform environmental testing of aerospace mechanisms using established procedures. Tests include static load, thermal vacuum, benchtop operation, separation, shock and vibration. 
• Operate spaceflight hardware and test fixtures using data acquisition system and established procedures. 
• Attach and remove components on spaceflight hardware. 
• Inspect mechanical and electrical components after test completion. 
• Perform maintenance on test fixtures. 
• Idea generation of potential process improvements. 
• Assist with non-conformance investigations. 

YOU’LL BRING THESE SKILLS: 

• Strong technical capability and mechanical inclination. 
• Familiarity with common aerospace assembly and inspection tools. e.g. torque wrenches, load cells, feeler gauges, calipers, multimeters. 
• Integrity and focus to follow and execute procedures. 
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as autonomously. 
• Effective verbal and written communication abilities. 
• Attention to detail. 
• Self-motivated. 
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) 

YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Technical degree or previous experience in a relevant position 
• Understanding of basic electronic circuitry 
• Ability to lift 55 lb. (25 kg) in and out of a 4 ft (1.2 m) tall test fixture 
• Standing up to 8 hr/day 
• Ability to use both hands 
• Ability to climb a ladder 
• Capacity to comply with the federally mandated requirements of U.S. export control laws. 

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE: 

• 2+ years’ experience in aerospace environmental testing.