The Hydraulic Test Technician is responsible for performing acceptance testing on hydraulic and pneumatic components to verify performance, functionality, and compliance with engineering specifications. This hands‑on role supports production, quality, and engineering teams by operating test equipment, collecting performance data, troubleshooting issues, and maintaining accurate documentation.
Key Responsibilities
Test Setup & Operation
- Set up and operate hydraulic and pneumatic test stands, fixtures, and associated equipment.
- Perform acceptance testing according to approved procedures and specifications.
- Install and adjust fittings, seals, hoses, and test connections as required.
- Support component preparation activities, including cleaning, inspection, and assembly support.
Data Collection & Documentation
- Record pressure, flow, leakage, and performance data accurately.
- Complete test documentation, inspection records, and traceability paperwork.
- Verify results meet specified acceptance criteria before release.
- Support customer, quality, and regulatory witness testing when required.
Troubleshooting & Equipment Maintenance
- Identify and report leaks, abnormal readings, nonconforming results, and equipment issues.
- Troubleshoot basic hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical problems.
- Maintain test equipment, instrumentation, fittings, hoses, gauges, and filtration systems.
- Support calibration activities and preventive maintenance programs.
- Maintain compliance with cleanliness, FOD prevention, and safety requirements.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, hydraulic schematics, and technical specifications.
- Experience using precision measuring and test equipment, including pressure gauges, flow meters, transducers, calipers, and torque wrenches.
- Basic math skills involving tolerances, pressures, measurements, and conversions.
- Strong documentation and recordkeeping skills.
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience testing hydraulic or pneumatic systems in a manufacturing, industrial, or regulated environment.
- Familiarity with flow testing, leak testing, pressure testing, and data acquisition systems.
- Experience with hydraulic valves, actuators, accumulators, manifolds, and fluid power systems.
- Precision assembly or mechanical troubleshooting experience.
- Experience working within quality‑controlled or regulated manufacturing environments.
- Military, industrial maintenance, machining, or mechanical trade background.