Senior Test Technician

Vast is looking for a(n) Senior Test Technician, reporting to the Staff Test Engineer, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations. As a senior test technician, you will be assisting in the development, qualification, and acceptance testing for the Haven-1 components and structure. This role is for a hands-on person with great attention to detail and excellent people skills.

This will be a full-time, non-exempt position located in our Long Beach location.

Responsibilities: 

• Setup structural and mechanisms tests for development, qualification, and acceptance test campaigns
• Prepare test set-ups that may involve crane operations and assist in lifting operations
• Work on problems of diverse or complex scope with minimal to no guidance
• Make independent decisions and take action within established practices and procedures
• Assist in updating test procedures and provide feedback to improve robustness/automation/duration
• Troubleshoots test setup issues and implement solutions
• Assist engineering with test fixture design and implement best practices for DFM/T (Design for
  Manufacturability/Test)
• Review test requirements, RFQs, SOWs, etc. as it relates to the testing and test equipment
• Knowledge of running data logging and data processing
• Has extensive knowledge of a variety of instrumentation and can recommend what should be used during testing
• Can independently create and execute tasks/projects
• Assists with training and mentoring less experienced team members
• Can lead a group of 2 or more test technicians to complete a task or project

Minimum Qualifications:

• 7+ years of test related work experience
• HS Diploma or equivalency certificate

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Knowledge of running tests using manufacturing and operational procedure focused software
• Experience setting up hydraulic load and structures testing for aerospace components/vehicles, or similar
• Experience setting up leak and pneumatic pressure testing for aerospace components and vehicles, or similar
• Proficient knowledge and skill working with various sensors (strain gauges, load cells, pressure transducers, thermocouples, etc.)
• Knowledge of PMS (Preventative Maintenance Schedule) of testing equipment
• Knowledge of data acquisition systems (Analog inputs, analog output, digital inputs, digital outputs)
• Proficiency with relevant aerospace testing standards (SMC-S-016, MIL-STD-810G, GSFC-STD-7000B, etc.)
• Knowledge of Jira project management and Google apps: gmail, docs, sheets, slides, etc.
• Knowledge of maintaining calibrations of instrumentation devices (load cells, pressure transducers, power supplies, etc.)
• Knowledge of test equipment assembly and fabrication: hydraulic hoses, AN fittings with stainless steel hardline, unistrut, 80/20, etc.

Additional Requirements:

• Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestones
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted
• Ability to travel to Mojave Air and Space Port with short notice
• Ability to to work from elevated heights and outdoor environments

Pay Range: 

• Senior Test Technician: $40.00 - $55.00 /per hour