Aerospace Environments Test Technician

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions

Crane (IN)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 76,000

Full time

21 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
401(k) Savings Plan
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Holidays
Education Reimbursement

Job summary

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions in Crane, IN, is seeking an Environments Lab Technician to conduct hands-on testing of aerospace vehicles and components under mission-specific environmental conditions. You will operate shock and vibration tables, execute bend-fixture testing, and support spin-balancing while coordinating with engineering teams.

The role requires strong mechanical aptitude, meticulous data monitoring, and adherence to safety procedures in a fast-paced lab, with up to 10%

Qualifications

  • Associate degree or equivalent technical/military experience.
  • 1–3 years hands-on testing lab experience preferred.
  • Experience reading engineering drawings and test plans.
  • Ability to maintain accurate documentation.

Responsibilities

  • Operate shock and vibration test systems to execute mission-specific profiles.
  • Prepare test articles, fixturing, and instrumentation per engineering requirements.
  • Perform bend-fixture testing and assist spin-balancing operations.
  • Document procedures, configurations, observations, and results.
  • Follow safety protocols and configuration-control requirements.
  • Troubleshoot test setups and maintain calibration of equipment.

Skills

Hands-on testing
Mechanical aptitude
Engineering drawings review
Accurate documentation
Teamwork in lab
MS Office proficiency
DoD clearance eligibility

Education

Associate degree in Mechanical/Electronic Tech

Tools

Vibration equipment
Bend-test fixtures
Data acquisition systems
Accelerometers
Load cells

Job description

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions in Crane, IN, is seeking an Environments Lab Technician to conduct hands-on testing of aerospace vehicles and components under mission-specific environmental conditions. You will operate shock and vibration tables, execute bend-fixture testing, and support spin-balancing while coordinating with engineering teams.

The role requires strong mechanical aptitude, meticulous data monitoring, and adherence to safety procedures in a fast-paced lab, with up to 10%

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