Aerospace Test Operations Technician II

Firefly Aerospace; Briggs (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision plans

Parental leave

Educational reimbursement

Short-term disability

Flexible PTO

Job summary

Firefly Aerospace in Briggs, TX is seeking a hands-on Test Technician to join a dynamic manufacturing and test team. You will work with engineers on flight hardware, develop procedures, and assemble test fixtures to support launch-day readiness.

This role emphasizes safety, precision, and cross‑functional collaboration in a high-stakes environment. Requirements include a high school diploma, 3+ years in aerospace or related fields, and the ability to lift 50 lb while traveling up to 15% of the

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3+ years in aerospace, manufacturing, military or automotive environments.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced setting.
• Capable of standing long periods and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Willingness to travel up to 15% to support launch operations.

Responsibilities

• Execute and oversee rigorous testing of flight and ground support hardware.
• Develop and document test procedures for varied conditions.
• Assist design, fabrication and assembly of test fixtures and equipment.
• Coordinate daily test activities with engineers and management.
• Perform precision assembly of flight systems and uphold safety standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Self-starting

Adaptability

Communication skills

MS Office / Outlook

Travel readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in engineering/technical (preferred)

Tools

Confluence

JIRA

CAD/ drawings understanding

Job description

Firefly Aerospace in Briggs, TX is seeking a hands-on Test Technician to join a dynamic manufacturing and test team. You will work with engineers on flight hardware, develop procedures, and assemble test fixtures to support launch-day readiness.

This role emphasizes safety, precision, and cross‑functional collaboration in a high-stakes environment. Requirements include a high school diploma, 3+ years in aerospace or related fields, and the ability to lift 50 lb while traveling up to 15% of the