Environmental Test Technician - 2nd Shift

Astronautics Corporation of America; Oak Creek (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in aerospace equipment design is seeking an Environmental Test Technician for 2nd shift. In this role, you'll conduct thermal and vibration testing on aircraft instruments with minimal supervision. Ideal candidates possess a high school diploma and troubleshooting skills, with preference for those holding an Associate’s degree. This on-site opportunity offers a collaborative environment and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience working in testing.
• Ability to comprehend electronic and mechanical drawings.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform environmental (thermal) and vibration testing.
• Set up fixtures per specification.
• Enter test results into the ERP system.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Detail-oriented

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree in electronics, electrical, or mechanical program

Tools

LabVIEW

MS Office

Job description

Environmental Test Technician - 2nd Shift

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We are seeking an Environmental Test Technician! In this role, you will utilize production test equipment to perform testing on aircraft instruments, displays, and computers. Environmental tests include Highly Accelerated Stress Screening (HASS), thermal and vibration testing. With minimal oversight, you will be responsible for following work instructions to set up fixtures and test equipment to test products, as called out in test documents. Upon completing a test, you will be required to enter results into our ERP system.

This on-site position is located at our Headquarters in Oak Creek, WI. This is a second-shift position (3:00pm - 11:30pm). On occasion this role may be required to provide coverage on first shift (7:00am-3:30pm) and third shift (11:00pm - 7:30am). You will report directly to the Supervisor of Manufacturing.

How You Will Do It

• Perform environmental (thermal) testing on aircraft instruments, displays, and computers.
• Perform vibration tests.
• Must be able to set up and tear down fixtures per specification.
• Enter test results into our Failure Report System.
• Communicate with technicians during daily shift change meetings.
  
  

Required

What We Look For:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Minimum two years of experience working in an environmental or product testing function.
• Ability to troubleshoot test equipment.
• Ability to comprehend electronic and mechanical drawings.
• Ability to use a computer for data entry.
• Must be detail-oriented and have good time management skills.
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and work independently on assignments.
• Must be able to lift, push, or pull vibration fixtures short distances weighing up to 50 pounds.
  
  

Desired

• Associate’s degree in an electronics, electrical, or mechanical program from an accredited institution.
• Two years of experience in electronics and testing operations.
• Experience with environmental chambers and vibration tables.
• Ability to work with different software programs: MS Office, DOS, LabVIEW, etc.
  
  

Who We Are

We are a team that designs computers, displays and electronic systems for aircraft of the future! At Astronautics, you will be part of a creative group of professionals who work on the cutting-edge of technology. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and the opportunity for professional growth in a collaborative environment.

Astronautics, headquartered in Oak Creek, Wisconsin, is a global leader in the design, development and manufacture of secure avionics equipment and systems for the commercial and military aerospace industry. Key product areas include electronic primary flight and engine displays, connected aircraft and cyber solutions, electronic flight bags, and certified servers for airborne applications. Services include avionics system integration and custom software for critical applications. Since its founding in 1959, Astronautics has been providing trusted, reliable, and tailored solutions to help customers achieve mission success. Astronautics is the parent company of Kearfott Corporation, headquartered in Pine Brook, New Jersey.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Quality Assurance

• Industries

  Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

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