Test Tech II

Amro-A-Division-of-Karman-Space-; Mukilteo (WA); Presencial; USD 37.000 - 47.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

HSA & FSA

Life and AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

Descripción de la vacante

Karman Space & Defense in Mukilteo, WA, is seeking a Test Technician to support environmental and functional tests of mission-critical hardware. You will work with engineers and senior technicians to set up tests, collect data, and ensure safety procedures are followed.

The role requires a high school diploma, 2–5 years in aerospace or manufacturing, and the ability to obtain a Washington explosives license. Proficiency with computers and drawings is essential.

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2–5 years of experience in aerospace, defense, or manufacturing environments.
• Ability to obtain a Washington State explosives license.
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings, specifications, and procedures.

Responsabilidades

• Supports test setup and execution in collaboration with engineers and senior technicians.
• Assists with test planning and execution, including test design, analysis, procedures, test plans, and data collection.
• Performs setup and teardown of fixturing, equipment, and instrumentation according to engineering procedures.
• Performs component-level pressure testing and full-system functional testing.
• Supports environmental testing, including thermal, shock, and vibration testing.
• Applies military and commercial testing specifications during test activities.
• Maintains and improves test laboratory equipment and facilities as required.
• Works independently with limited supervision while maintaining effective communication and interpersonal relationships.

Conocimientos

Drawings reading

Safety practices

Computers

Explosives license

Industrial safety

Educación

High school diploma

Associate's degree

Herramientas

Crane operation

Inspection equipment

Descripción del empleo

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Full Time Technical Mukilteo, WA, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 4061

Salary Range: $27.00 To $34.00 Hourly

Karman Space & Defense is a leader in the rapid design, development, and production of critical, next-generation system solutions that align with the U.S. Department of War and its allies’ core mission priorities, and meet the accelerating demand for access to space. Building on nearly 50 years of success, we deliver Payload & Protection Systems, Aero/Hydrodynamic Interstage Systems, and Propulsion & Launch Systems to more than 80 prime contractors supporting over 130 space and defense programs.

This role is part of our Hypersonics and Strategic Missile Defense business, which designs, develops, and delivers highly dependable missile systems for hypersonic and strategic missile defense missions. We provide integrated, mission-ready hardware that brings together multiple technologies into unified systems engineered to perform in demanding operational environments. Our tip-to-tail capabilities include payload protection and deployment systems, propulsion systems, aerodynamic interstage systems, separation systems, missile subsystems, shroud systems, launch systems, and payload integration solutions.

The Test Technician subjects mission-critical hardware to extreme conditions that simulate real-world environments, supporting testing from component-level pressure tests to full-system functional tests. Working with engineers and senior technicians, this role sets up and executes tests, supports environmental testing, and helps ensure test activities are performed safely, accurately, and according to established procedures.

Responsibilities

Supports test setup and execution in collaboration with engineers and senior technicians.

Assists with test planning and execution, including test design, analysis, procedures, test plans, and data collection.

Performs setup and teardown of fixturing, equipment, and instrumentation according to engineering procedures.

Performs component-level pressure testing and full-system functional testing.

Supports environmental testing, including thermal, shock, and vibration testing.

Applies military and commercial testing specifications during test activities.

Maintains and improves test laboratory equipment and facilities as required.

Works independently with limited supervision while maintaining effective communication and interpersonal relationships.

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.

2–5 years of experience in aerospace, defense, or manufacturing environments.

Demonstrated ability to work in a test environment based on previous work experience.

Ability and willingness to obtain a Washington State explosives license and work with energetic devices.

Ability to read and understand technical drawings, specifications, and procedures.

Understanding of safety practices related to heavy industrial equipment.

Proficiency with computers and familiarity with common office applications.

Preferred Qualifications

Associate's degree or higher.

Familiarity with crane operation and lifting equipment.

Physical Requirements

Stands for extended periods of time.

Occasionally lifts 50+ pounds.

The essential functions of this position must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

This position requires U.S. person status under U.S. export control laws, including U.S. citizens and nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees.

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Company-paid life and AD&D insurance

Short- and long-term disability coverage

Karman Space and Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.