TEMP -Engineering Test Technician

Safran; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran is seeking an Engineering Test Technician to build and maintain test equipment in our testing lab. You will support test engineers by fabricating fixtures and assembling components for reliability testing of aircraft interior products.

The role requires hands-on mechanical assembly, basic electrical wiring, and experience in a manufacturing environment. Level 1 or Level 2 tracks with escalating responsibilities; strong attention to detail and safe work practices are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 1-3 years in a manufacturing environment required.
• 3+ years in a manufacturing environment required.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Hands-on skill with mechanical assembly, hand tools, electrical and air-powered tools.
• Familiar with basic electrical wiring and pneumatic equipment.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate components, parts and test fixtures assemblies used to perform reliability testing on Aircraft interior products.
• Fabricate product coupons for testing and test articles.
• Fabricate assemble components needed for test set ups.
• Build functional test fixtures using electromechanical and pneumatic components.
• Assist with troubleshooting and repairing issues related to the test apparatus operation as needed for proper operation.
• Set up plumbing and electrical wiring for endurance test fixtures.
• Install specimens into test fixtures for testing.
• Assist Test Engineers in performing stress abuse load testing.
• Operate hydraulic equipment needed to apply static loads to test articles under supervision.
• Assist Test Engineers in performing Accelerated Life Testing.
• Assist Test Engineers in performing environmental and flammability testing.
• Perform material testing using Universal Tensile Test machine and generate reports.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Perform all work in accordance with quality standards and established safety procedures.

Job description

The Engineering Test Technician is responsible for building and maintaining test equipment in a testing laboratory or testing environment. They will assist test engineers in conducting tests on a variety of materials and products.

Summary of Duties:

• Fabricate components, parts and test fixtures assemblies used to perform reliability testing on Aircraft interior products
• Fabricate product coupons for testing and test articles
• Fabricate assemble components needed for test set ups
• Build functional test fixtures using electromechanical and pneumatic components
• Assist with troubleshooting and repairing issues related to the test apparatus operation as needed for proper operation
• Set up plumbing and electrical wiring for endurance test fixtures
• Install specimens into test fixtures for testing
• Assist Test Engineers in performing stress abuse load testing
• Operate hydraulic equipment needed to apply static loads to test articles under supervision
• Assist Test Engineers in performing Accelerated Life Testing
• Assist Test Engineers in performing environmental and flammability testing
• Perform material testing using Universal Tensile Test machine and generate reports
• Maintain a clean and safe work area
• Perform all work in accordance with quality standards and established safety procedures

Qualifications:

Level 1

Education: High School diploma or equivalent required.

Experience: 1-3 years in a manufacturing environment required.

Computer Skills: Proficient with Microsoft Office Products (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)

Other Skills: Proven hands on skill with mechanical assembly, hand tools, electrical and air-powered tools. Familiar with basic electrical wiring and working with pneumatic equipment.

Additional Preferred Skills

• 1+ years of laboratory testing environment strongly preferred

Description: Entry-level position within field

Level 2

Education: High School diploma or equivalent required.

Experience: 3+ years in a manufacturing environment required.

Computer Skills: Proficient with Microsoft Office Products (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)

Other Skills: Proven hands on skill with mechanical assembly, hand tools, electrical and air-powered tools. Familiar with basic electrical wiring and working with pneumatic equipment. High degree of detail accuracy. Effective organizational skills and the ability to multi-task. Excellent problem solving skills and pro-active. Previous experience with manufacturing environment and processes required.

Additional Preferred Skills

• 3+ years of laboratory testing environment strongly preferred

Description: Mid-level position within field