Aerospace Test Bench Technician - High-Pressure Systems

PAVE Space SA; Villeneuve (VD); Remote; CHF 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

PAVE Space SA in Villeneuve (VD), Switzerland, seeks a Test Bench Technician to assemble and install mechanical systems for test benches and high-pressure piping. You will read mechanical drawings, perform precision tube work, and assist with fabrication while collaborating with engineers and technicians shaping next-generation in-space propulsion.

minimum 4 years’ experience in mechanical assembly or apprenticeship required; knowledge of Swagelok and welding is an asset.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of professional experience as a polymécanicien, industrial equipment assembler, or equivalent.
• Proven experience installing industrial equipment and high-pressure piping systems.
• Knowledge of welding (TIG, MIG) would be an asset.
• Familiarity with test site or industrial infrastructure environments.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, and modify mechanical systems for test benches, including tubing, valves, fittings, regulators, manifolds, structural hardware, and fluid components.
• Assist with fabrication and light machining for brackets, supports, and integration hardware.
• Perform precision tube routing, bending, cutting, flaring, and installation for high pressure systems.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings and layouts.
• Maintain assembly records, tool lists and inventory.

Skills

High-pressure piping

Mechanical drawings

Welding (TIG/MIG)

Instrumentation wiring

Data acquisition hardware

Rapid prototyping

English/French communication

Team collaboration

Education

4-year apprenticeship (CFC)

Tools

Swagelok

Precision tube fitting

Job description

PAVE Space SA in Villeneuve (VD), Switzerland, seeks a Test Bench Technician to assemble and install mechanical systems for test benches and high-pressure piping. You will read mechanical drawings, perform precision tube work, and assist with fabrication while collaborating with engineers and technicians shaping next-generation in-space propulsion.

minimum 4 years’ experience in mechanical assembly or apprenticeship required; knowledge of Swagelok and welding is an asset.