Test Site Technician

Element U.S. Space & Defense; Camden (AR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off

401k with employer match

Paid Volunteer Time Off

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible schedules

Monthly Lab Bonus plans

Job summary

Element U.S. Space & Defense in Camden, AR seeks a Test Site technician to perform energetic and mechanical testing, data capture, and documentation in a lab setting. You will read specs, set up equipment, monitor tests, and ensure accurate data reporting in a safe environment.

The role emphasizes adherence to test standards, data integrity, and lab maintenance, with opportunities for growth in a cutting-edge testing facility serving NASA and defense projects.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED with related training in energetic testing.
• Minimum 2 years of testing experience.
• Strong understanding of energetic and mechanical principles.

Responsibilities

• Test Setup: read specs from technical documents and prepare test equipment.
• Perform Testing: monitor tests, troubleshoot, and document data.
• Data Processing: verify and finalize data for the Program Manager.
• Lab Maintenance: clean equipment and manage calibrated instruments.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Energetic testing

Mechanical principles

Data capture

MS Office

AC/DC circuits

Client interaction

Education

HS Diploma/GED

AA/AS or trade school in Energetic testing

Energetic testing cert

Military energetic training

Job description

About Company

Element U.S. Space & Defense stands at the forefront of testing innovation, serving as a trusted partner to NASA, the U.S. Department of Defense, government agencies, and prominent industry leaders across the space and defense sectors. Founded as NTS Technical Systems, our company brings over 60 years of experience and expertise in handling the most complex projects and programs in the world.

From centrifuge testing for the latest Mars rover, vibration testing for the Space Launch System (SLS), to environmental simulations for next-generation missiles, we are the pioneering partner for highly custom, end-to-end testing design and implementation. By advancing our state-of-the-art testing technologies, subject matter expertise, and service to critical missions, Element U.S. Space & Defense has become the go-to partner for ground-breaking industries.

What We Offer

Growth & Development:

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment.
• The chance to work on groundbreaking projects that shape the future of space and defense.

Benefits

Employees are eligible to participate in the benefits offered throughout their availability, including the following:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts
• Seven (7) paid holidays and four (4) paid floating holidays, depending on your hire date
• Paid Time Off (PTO), accrued biweekly
• 401k with employer match
• Twelve (12) hours of Paid Volunteer Time Off (PVTO) each year
• Tuition reimbursement and other employee programs
• Flexible schedules offered at some of our labs
• Monthly Lab Bonus plans (Based on position)

Salary

At EUSSD, compensation is determined through a comprehensive approach that considers candidate qualifications, role responsibilities, market benchmarks, and organizational needs. Pay may vary by location; for this position, with potential eligibility for bonuses or commission depending on the role.

About The Role

Perform tests and/or measurement tasks for the Test Site department. Test Site: testing of energetics, component to system level. Typically live ammunition, warheads, rockets, flares, fuel tanks and pressure vessels.

Core Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

• Test Setup - Read specifications from technical documents (Test Standards, Customer SOWs, and Test Plans/Procedures), identify/prepare test equipment
• Perform Testing - Monitor tests per specifications, interact with customers if needed, troubleshoot, and document all pertinent data
• Data Processing - After test completion, verify, review and document all pertinent data. Finalize data and send to the Program Manager
• Lab Maintenance / Post-Test Breakdown - Physically remove test items. Maintain lab by cleaning all equipment, keeping calibrated instruments current, & organizing supplies
• Other - Perform other duties as assigned

Core Requirements

• Under General Supervision, can perform certain recurring work independently
• Regular interaction with clients
• Intermediate interpretation and analysis of test results
• Comprehensive knowledge of Energetic & Mechanical principles, working knowledge of basic safety practices
• Able to use all standard Energetic equipment; able to accurately capture necessary data; basic MS Office skills; able to understand AC/DC circuits

Minimum Education And Experience

• HS Diploma or GED; AA or AS OR trade school for Energetic testing certificate OR military Energetic training preferred
• Minimum 2 Years of experience in testing

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; climb stairs; balance; stoop; kneel; crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

EEO Policy Statement

It is the policy of Element US Space & Defense to offer Equal Employment Opportunity to all individuals without regards to race, creed, ancestry, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, age, national origin, physical disabilities, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions.