Aerospace Test Technician - Dynamics & Vibration Lab

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense; Simsbury, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense is seeking a Test Technician in Simsbury, CT. You will support dynamics, electrical, and functional testing of aerospace components, using instrumentation and test fixtures in an ESD-controlled environment. The role requires hands-on testing, data collection, and collaboration with engineering teams.

The position emphasizes building robust test data packages, maintaining lab readiness, and contributing to process improvements within a safety-focused culture.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree preferred.
• Minimum 3 years in electronics testing or related environments.
• Experience with oscilloscopes, DMMs, and data acquisition equipment.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and test procedures.
• Strong problem-solving and attention to detail in an ESD-controlled lab.

Responsibilities

• Set up, execute, monitor, and teardown dynamic and environmental tests.
• Configure vibration, shock, acceleration, and specialized test equipment.
• Install instrumentation and troubleshoot cabling and sensors.
• Generate data packages, test records, and reports for customers.
• Support calibration, preventive maintenance, and 5S lab organization.
• Collaborate with engineers on test methods and improvements.

Skills

Electronics testing

ESD handling

Troubleshooting

Test instrumentation

Reading drawings

Education

Associate degree in Electrical/Electronics Technology

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Digital Multimeters (DMMs)

Data acquisition systems

Power supplies

Thermocouples

Job description

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense is seeking a Test Technician in Simsbury, CT. You will support dynamics, electrical, and functional testing of aerospace components, using instrumentation and test fixtures in an ESD-controlled environment. The role requires hands-on testing, data collection, and collaboration with engineering teams.

The position emphasizes building robust test data packages, maintaining lab readiness, and contributing to process improvements within a safety-focused culture.