Test Technician
Work directly with a small team operating and maintaining the environmental, hydraulic, and high-pressure test equipment used for acceptance testing of flight hardware.
Integrate, test, functionally verify, and troubleshoot hydraulic and pneumatically actuated cryogenic valves, systems and components
Conduct hands-on acceptance testing (thermal, vibration, cryogenic, hydraulic, and Pneumatic) on flight hardware by company-outlined procedures.
Assist with installation, operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of vibration tables, thermal chambers, proof pressure systems and other test equipment.
Assisting with process documentation and controls
Perform testing and certification of the test equipment.
Coordinate with test engineers and engage with management on daily test activities.
Clean machines, equipment, and work areas by 5S standards and management guidance.
Setup and safely operate high energy systems (e.g., high-pressure gas)
Conduct and/or oversee several test projects simultaneously while supporting operations schedules.
Configure test setups, fixtures, and instrumentation per test plans and standards.
Identify, communicate, and mitigate cost, schedule, and technical risks.

Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent with a minimum of 2 years of experience in related tasks.
2 years of environmental test experience or exposure to the following: Inspection, Specification Performance, Leakage, Shock, Vibe, Static Load, Thermal Cycle, Thermal Vacuum, Environments other than Air, Pressure, and Proof.
Knowledge/experience in manufacturing and test processes and procedures.
Strong ability to comprehend technical work instructions.
High attention to detail
Proven familiarity with data acquisition systems, data analysis, and data processing.
Strong safety mindset and experience, including hands-on experience planning and conducting hazardous or critical operations.
Experience with drawings, shop orders, and detailed work instructions.
Experience with test electronic, hydrostatic, and pneumatic test equipment.
Experience with various types of gages, instruments, and measuring devices.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Experience with software systems, databases, and Microsoft Office Suite
Physically able to climb ladders and stairs and lift and carry 50 lbs. for limited durations.
Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident

Preferred Qualifications:
Associate degree in a relevant field
Must have experience with high pressure systems and knowledge of valve operation
Overhead crane and rigging experience.
Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems, Non-conformance systems, Ticketed request systems, and order scheduling systems
Experience using and maintaining calibrated equipment.
Experience with GSE/Fittings
Ability to utilize test instrumentation and control components: pressure transducers, thermocouples, RTDs, strain gauges, accelerometers, flow meters, load cells, relays, and solenoid valves, preferred.
Ability to read and understand mechanical and electrical schematics and reports.
Experience using test instrumentation and control components.
Familiarity with National Instruments (LabVIEW / Test Stand)

Skill/Experience/Education:
Mandatory:
Some Pressure systems Basic valve operation OR Vibration testing experience Thermal chamber test setup

Desired Skills:
Knowing how to read P&ID (pressure and instrumentation diagrams) and setup pressure system. Able to use Torque wrench, safety wire installation, Cryogenic testing. Able to follow written procedures.

Job Types: Full-time, Temp-to-hire, Contract

Pay: $35.00 - $42.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Kent, WA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person