Test Lab Tech (2nd Shift)

Smiths Group; New Hampshire; On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Smiths Group in Laconia, NH, is seeking a Lab Test Technician for 2nd Shift, responsible for performing routine and non-routine tests on aerospace fluid conveyance products. You'll provide timely and accurate results to quality assurance and engineering teams, with responsibilities including test setup, operation, and documentation.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma, mechanical aptitude, and experience with technical documents. The role emphasizes safety and maintaining a clean lab environment.

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude and basic computer skills required.
• Prior use with mechanical tools.
• Ability to calculate proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections on test pieces to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Perform testing according to quality standards and procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Basic computer skills

Experience with MS Office

Reading technical documents

Mathematical skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

College or vocational school coursework

Job description

STS Aerospace in Laconia, NH is searching for a Lab Test Technician- 2nd Shift to join the team. This position is responsible for performing a variety of routine and non‑routine testing of aerospace fluid conveyance products. Records test data and provides results to quality assurance and engineering teams in a timely and accurate manner. Assists technical teams with recommendations to resolve testing problems, roadblocks or equipment malfunctions that impact the performance or validity of testing. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

2nd Shift: Monday - Thursday; 3:15PM - 1:45AM; $1.00 Shift differential

Must be able to train on 1st Shift: 6:45AM - 3:15PM

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Conduct inspections on test pieces to ensure compliance with quality standards, applicable aerospace/military specifications, test requests, and/or customer requests.

Perform testing to the highest level of quality standards, proficiency, and accuracy in accordance with standard operating procedures and/or engineering direction.

Responsible for all aspects of the test set‑up, test operation, data collection (written or electronic format), documentation, test breakdown, and test sample disposition.

Verifies test equipment is calibrated and working properly. Advises when calibration is approaching calibration due date or is past due date. Removes from service equipment that is past calibration due date.

Conduct all testing under the supervision of qualified technicians until training is completed and signed off. May work without supervision on tasks that are already completed.

Strict adherence to safety procedures, practices, and policies.

Maintains a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment.

Other duties as assigned by Senior Technicians, Laboratory Supervisor, Test Engineer, or equivalent lab personnel.

Consistently, regularly and dependably at work and on time.

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education: High School Diploma or GED. College or vocational school coursework preferred, or combination of education and experience. Military experience.

Experience:

• Mechanical Aptitude and basic computer skills required.
• Experience with MS Office (Excel, Word, and Access).
• Prior use with mechanical tools.
• Experience with reading and interpreting technical documents, such as blueprints, product manuals, equipment manuals, operating manuals, or equivalent, is preferred.
• Mathematical skills. Ability to calculate mathematical formulas including but not limited to, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.