Aerospace Test Tech II/III — Space Hardware Validation

Telemetry Today LLC; Silver Spring (MD); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab in Silver Spring, MD, is seeking an Aerospace Test Technician II/III to support the development and testing of cutting-edge spaceflight hardware, including separation systems and test fixtures. You will perform environmental testing and operate spaceflight hardware and test fixtures, both independently and with a team.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and 2+ years (II) or 5+ years (III) of aerospace environmental testing, plus knowledge of basic electronic circuitry.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• 2+ years of experience in aerospace environmental testing
• Understanding basic electronic circuitry
• 5+ years of experience in aerospace environmental testing

Responsibilities

• Perform environmental testing of aerospace mechanisms using established procedures. Tests include static load, thermal vacuum, benchtop operation, separation, shock, and vibration.
• Operate spaceflight hardware and test fixtures using data acquisition systems and established procedures.
• Attach and remove components on spaceflight hardware.
• Inspect mechanical and electrical components after test completion.
• Perform maintenance on test fixtures.
• Generate ideas for potential process improvements.
• Assist with non-conformance investigations.

Skills

Aerospace environmental testing

Electronic circuitry understanding

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Rocket Lab in Silver Spring, MD, is seeking an Aerospace Test Technician II/III to support the development and testing of cutting-edge spaceflight hardware, including separation systems and test fixtures. You will perform environmental testing and operate spaceflight hardware and test fixtures, both independently and with a team.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and 2+ years (II) or 5+ years (III) of aerospace environmental testing, plus knowledge of basic electronic circuitry.