Test Technician

Loftorbital; Golden (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible Time Off policy

401(k) plan and equity options

Daily catered lunches and snacks

Job summary

Loftorbital is seeking a Test Technician in Colorado to work alongside Test Engineers on spacecraft hardware and associated equipment. This role involves functional and environmental testing, ensuring the optimization of testing processes within a fast-paced team environment.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical skills, particularly in Python programming, and have a detail-oriented approach to managing tools and equipment.

Benefits include comprehensive insurance coverage and flexible time off.

Qualifications

• Experience with Vibration, Thermal Vacuum (TVAC), and/or EMC/EMI testing.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and 3D models.
• Certified forklift and/or crane operator.

Responsibilities

• Use tools to build and verify products.
• Document test processes and optimize procedures.
• Communicate effectively with the team.

Skills

Python programming

Troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

Soldering iron

Oscilloscope

Torque wrench

Job description

Wanna join the adventure?

You will be the hands‑on support, working with our Test Engineers to inspect and test spacecraft hardware and associated equipment (e.g., wire harnesses, avionics boxes, and sub‑assemblies). As a Test Technician, you will work closely with a variety of engineers to perform functional (Python experience preferred) and environmental testing (vibration, thermal, TVAC, EMI/EMC) and to optimize design, build, and test processes that help Loft to effectively scale test activities to meet emerging and contractual demand.

This role offers the opportunity to deepen your technical expertise in testing complex aerospace hardware while working in a fast‑paced and collaborative environment.

Responsibilities and Qualifications

• Use tools, measurement and test equipment to build and verify products (e.g., soldering irons, crimpers, torque wrenches, calipers, meters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, etc.). Focus of role will largely be on maintenance & support of Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE), Test Equipment (e.g., thermal chambers, vibration table) and flight product testing.
• Manage tools, hardware and test activities on the production floor to create a safe and organized environment for product actualization.
• Document production/test processes and assist with development/optimization of build and test procedures, production standards, and product designs.
• Contribute to culture centered around test process rigor and skills development.
• Troubleshoot issues identified in product build/test and supply and/or execute recommendations for resolution.
• Strong communication skills (both written and oral).
• Ability to interpret & work from engineering drawings & 3D models.
• Solid computer skills and familiarity with controlled designs and processes.
• Coding/Programming experience of some type is required, Python is preferred.
• Previous experience with Vibration, Thermal Vacuum (TVAC), and/or EMC/EMI testing.
• Meticulously detail oriented with pride in ownership of work performed.
• RF products/tools/test experience.
• Experience test standards (GEVS, CEQATR, Mil-Std-1540, CETS/CTP).
• Certified forklift and/or crane operator.

Benefits

• 100% company‑paid medical, dental, and vision insurance option for employees and dependents.
• Flexible Spending (FSA) and Health Savings (HSA) accounts offered with an employer contribution to the HSA.
• 100% employer‑paid Life, AD&D, Short‑Term, and Long‑Term Disability insurance.
• Flexible Time Off policy for vacation and sick leave, and 12 paid holidays.
• 401(k) plan and equity options.
• Daily catered lunches and snacks in office.
• International exposure to our team in France.
• Fully paid parental leave; 14 weeks for birthing parent and 10 weeks for non‑birthing parent.
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• Off‑sites and many social events and celebrations.
• Relocation assistance when applicable.

Research shows that while men apply to jobs where they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women and other underrepresented people tend to only apply when they meet 100% of the qualifications. At Loft, we value respectful debate and people who aren’t afraid to challenge assumptions. We strongly encourage you to apply, even if you don’t check all the boxes.