Aerospace Test Technician — DoD SkillBridge Fellow

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Vista (NV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with up to 150% match up to 6%

Life insurance

3 weeks paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Generous bonus and other benefits

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation’s Military Fellowship Program partners with SkillBridge and Hiring Our Heroes to provide up to six months of on‑the‑job industry training for service members transitioning to civilian careers. Fellows must be Active duty; not for separated veterans.

The ISR, Aviation, and Security business area leads in ISR and aviation, offering opportunities in testing, analysis, and protocol development within a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Currently serving in active duty DoD SkillBridge eligible.
• Associate’s degree in a related field of study or equivalent experience (mandatory).
• 1+ years of experience as a technician or related field; mandatory if degree absent, a minimum of 3 years of experience required.
• Basic understanding of technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals, and/or publications.
• Basic understanding of test concepts and techniques.
• General experience with standard laboratory test, calibration, and measurement equipment.
• Associate’s degree with a focus on Electronics (preferred).
• Familiarity with MIL Standard 810 Test Standards (preferred).
• Experience in a manufacturing environment (preferred).
• Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, DoD, or US Military (preferred).
• Certification in Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Execute complex testing scenarios.
• Perform detailed analysis and reporting.
• Troubleshoot and resolve advanced issues.
• Improve test procedures based on findings.
• Mentor junior technicians.
• Assist in the development of new testing protocols.
• Ensure proper calibration and maintenance of testing equipment.
• Document and report anomalies or deviations during testing.
• Participate in cross-functional team meetings to discuss test outcomes.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Schematic reading

Documentation

Mentoring

Education

Associate’s degree in a related field of study or equivalent experience

Associate’s degree with a focus on Electronics

Tools

Test equipment

Job description

Sierra Nevada Corporation’s Military Fellowship Program partners with SkillBridge and Hiring Our Heroes to provide up to six months of on‑the‑job industry training for service members transitioning to civilian careers. Fellows must be Active duty; not for separated veterans.

The ISR, Aviation, and Security business area leads in ISR and aviation, offering opportunities in testing, analysis, and protocol development within a manufacturing environment.