Test Technician

Impulse Space; Redondo Beach (CA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision & dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Long-term incentives like stock options

Job summary

Impulse Space is seeking a Test Technician to perform comprehensive spacecraft component tests and maintain state-of-the-art equipment in Redondo Beach, California.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and at least 3 years of experience in aerospace settings, with proficiency in basic fabrication and testing tools. The position offers a competitive hourly wage and potential long-term incentives, including stock options and comprehensive medical coverage.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience in aerospace or relevant testing environment.
• Experience with safe operation of pressure, electrical, and data acquisition systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot problems and implement solutions.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, assemble and maintain test equipment.
• Perform extensive testing on various test equipment.
• Provide training and guidance to other technicians.

Skills

Troubleshooting fluid and electrical systems

Basic fabrication tools and processes

Understanding pressure and data acquisition systems

Education

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

Tools

Electric/pneumatic power tools

Machining

Welding

Job description

Compensation: $30.00 - $45.00 / hour

Department: Assembly, Integration & Test

Location: Redondo Beach

Description

As a Test Technician at Impulse, you will perform a wide range of spacecraft component and assembly testing while developing and maintaining state-of-the-art test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, assemble and maintain test equipment
• Perform extensive testing on a variety of test equipment including pressure and propellant systems, combustion devices, vibration tables, thermal chambers and vacuum chambers
• Perform calibration activities for automated acceptance testing equipment
• Work with designers, engineers and other technicians to improve test processes and throughput
• Provide training and guidance to other technicians

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 3+ years of professional experience in aerospace or other relevant operations or test environment
• Experience with the safe operation of pressure, electrical, power and data acquisition systems
• Proficient with basic fabrication tools and processes (electric/pneumatic power tools, tube bending, machining, welding, etc.)
• Ability to troubleshoot problems with fluid and electrical systems and implement scrappy solutions

Preferred Skills and Experience

• 5+ years' of demonstrated experience with propulsion and/or fluid system assembly, testing on rockets, launch vehicles, or spacecraft
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, an understanding for drawing symbols, flag notes and general notes
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, with knowledge of standard operating procedures
• Attention to detail and accuracy while working within a fast-paced production environment

Additional Requirements

• Flexible schedule and willing to travel as needed

Additional Information

Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case‑by‑case basis and may vary based on job‑related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full‑time hires, you may also be eligible for long‑term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan.

Impulse Space’s spacecraft manufacturing business is subject to U.S. export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). This position requires applicants to be either U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent U.S. resident (green card holder), an individual granted asylum in the U.S., or an individual admitted in U.S. refugee status) or persons eligible to obtain an export license from the U.S. Departments of State, Commerce, or other applicable U.S. government agencies. Learn more about the ITAR here.

Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Impulse Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.