Contractor - Test Engineering Technician, Level II (Test Technician, 2)

Redwire; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 74,500,608 - 97,423,872; Full time

Job summary

Redwire Space Missions in Littleton, CO seeks a Contractor - Test Engineering Technician Level II for up to 6 months, with potential extension or conversion. You will test aerospace mechanisms, operate test hardware, and support process improvements in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements include a high school diploma with 4+ years in relevant testing, familiarity with aerospace tools, and knowledge of AS9100 quality systems. Competitive hourly pay and full benefits apply upon conversion.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant experience in aerospace environmental testing or equivalent.
• Familiarity with common aerospace assembly and inspection tools such as torque wrenches, load cells, feeler gauges, calipers, multimeters.
• Experience assisting with writing technical work instructions related to Environmental Testing.
• Understanding and experience with quality management systems such as AS9100.

Responsibilities

• Perform environmental testing of aerospace mechanisms using established procedures (static load, thermal vacuum, vibration).
• Operate spaceflight hardware and test fixtures and collect data.
• Attach/detach components on spaceflight hardware and inspect post-test.
• Maintain test fixtures and contribute to process improvements.
• Assist with non-conformance investigations.

Skills

Environmental testing

Electronic testing

Cleanroom experience

Tools familiarity

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Torque wrenches

Calipers

Multimeters

Load cells

Job description

Location: 8100 Shaffer Parkway
Unit #100
Littleton, CO

Summary

Redwire Space Missions has an opportunity for a Contractor - Test Engineering Technician Level II at our facility in Littleton, CO for up to 6 months with the possibility of extension or conversion to a Redwire employee. Through continuous innovation and operational excellence our team is using their engineering talents to design and deploy Power Distribution, Embedded Monitoring and Control, Power Conversion, lighting, and Camera based solutions. These cutting‑edge capabilities are helping to revolutionize spaceflight.

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 system and established procedures.
• Attach and remove components on spaceflight hardware.
• Inspect mechanical and electrical components after test completion.
• Perform maintenance on test fixtures.
• Idea generation of potential process improvements.
• Assist with non‑conformance investigations.

Ideal Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent with 4 or more years of relevant experience.
• Familiarity with common aerospace assembly and inspection tools. e.g. torque wrenches, load cells, feeler gauges, calipers, multimeters.
• Experience assisting with writing technical work instructions related to Environmental Testing.
• Understanding and experience with quality management systems such as AS9100.
• Excellent manual dexterity, ability to handle small parts such as fasteners as small as #0‑80.
• Experience using electronics equipment (e.g. DMMs, power supplies, DAQs, etc.).

Desired Skills

• Strong technical capability and mechanical inclination, with ability to follow and execute procedures.
• Experience working in an Aerospace cleanroom environment - preferred.
• Understanding of advanced electronic circuitry.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as autonomously.
• Ability to provide intuitive and timely solutions for immediate prototype production.
• Effective communication abilities, attention to detail and self‑motivated.
• Possess strong problem solving and communication abilities.
• High standard of quality workmanship.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Capacity to comply with the federally mandated requirements of U.S. export control laws.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and teamwork skills.

Grow with us

We offer a highly competitive benefits package along with a commitment to our core values of Integrity, Innovation, Impact, Inclusion, and Excellence.

Pay Rate

$26.00 - $34.00 per hour

Compensation Philosophy

Redwire determines pay for positions using local, national, and industry‑specific survey data for our locations throughout the US. We evaluate external equity, the cost of labor, and prevailing wage index. For new hires, we aim to offer competitive compensation that allows future growth. Salaries are based on the applicant’s level of experience, education, and specialized knowledge and skills. We also consider the external market, our internal budget, and equity within the company. A stronger skill set results in higher pay.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Redwire is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Redwire is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Security and Export Control

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Some positions may also require U.S. citizenship or the ability to obtain a security clearance for a classified program.