Aerospace Crash Sled Lab Technician

HotFoot Recruiters; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 27,552 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

HotFoot Recruiters is hiring a Sled Lab Test Technician to support testing operations for an aerospace manufacturing company specializing in aircraft safety systems. This is a hands‑on, mechanical role assisting with crash sled testing of aircraft seats and safety equipment that is ideal for candidates with mechanical aptitude, hand tool experience, or automotive backgrounds.

The position is based in Phoenix, AZ, full‑time (temp to hire) with a 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM schedule and daily overtime

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Experience using basic hand tools (automotive, mechanical or assembly background preferred).
• Ability to read a tape measure (preferred).
• Basic computer/data entry skills.
• Able to speak and understand English.
• Mechanical aptitude (automotive, assembly, or shop experience preferred).
• Comfortable working around moving mechanical equipment in a lab/test environment.
• Reliable and able to support a temporary assignment.
• Must be able to provide U.S. Person documentation (U.S. Passport, U.S. Passport Card, Birth Certificate, or Permanent Resident Card).

Responsibilities

• Assist with assembly of crash sled test setups, including fixtures and aircraft seats.
• Use basic hand tools to build, adjust, and secure test components.
• Support test execution, including setup verification and teardown.
• Take measurements (tape measure) and assist with data collection and entry.
• Assist with test documentation and photography.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe lab environment.
• Assist with test fixture setup, including bolting down heavy fixtures and components.
• Support pre‑ and post‑test data collection, entry, and documentation.
• Assist with test photography and recording results.
• Support decelerator setup, teardown, and basic maintenance.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hand tool experience

Read tape measure

English communication

Data entry

Physical fitness

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

HotFoot Recruiters is hiring a Sled Lab Test Technician to support testing operations for an aerospace manufacturing company specializing in aircraft safety systems. This is a hands‑on, mechanical role assisting with crash sled testing of aircraft seats and safety equipment that is ideal for candidates with mechanical aptitude, hand tool experience, or automotive backgrounds.

The position is based in Phoenix, AZ, full‑time (temp to hire) with a 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM schedule and daily overtime