Test Technician

Pacific Scientific Energetic Materials Company; Solon (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Pacific Scientific Energetic Materials Company (PacSci EMC) seeks a detail-oriented Test Technician – Aerospace & Defense Systems to lead verification and acceptance testing for advanced aerospace products. You will set up equipment, evaluate performance, and ensure safety while adhering to ATPs, QTPs, and ITPs.

This role requires strong troubleshooting, documentation, and collaboration across engineering and production teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s degree in a related field or military experience preferred.
• 5+ years of experience as a Test Technician, ideally in aerospace/defense.
• Experience testing electronic and pyrotechnic products is preferred.
• Proficiency with electronic test equipment and mechanical measuring tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead verification and acceptance testing of aerospace/defense products.
• Set up and operate test equipment to evaluate performance and safety.
• Follow ATPs, QTPs, and ITPs for all tests.
• Diagnose, calibrate, and adjust test equipment and components.
• Maintain meticulous test records and generate reports for certification.
• Use hand and power tools and precision measuring devices in testing.
• Contribute to new testing methodologies and process improvements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues.
• Perform environmental, stress, and durability tests to validate integrity.
• Interpret dimensional and schematic drawings for accurate test setups.

Skills

Test equipment operation

Analytical skills

Hands-on soldering

MS Office

Mobility

Reading technical drawings

Schematic interpretation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree or military experience

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Micrometers

Calipers

Environmental chambers

Soldering tools

Job description

Position Overview

PacSci EMC is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Test Technician – Aerospace & Defense Systems to join our high-growth team. In this pivotal role, you’ll be at the forefront of testing and validating cutting‑edge products that support national security and space exploration. You’ll collaborate with engineering and production teams to ensure our products meet the highest standards of quality, reliability, and safety.

Job Title: Test Technician – Aerospace & Defense Systems

What You’ll Do

• Design Verification & Acceptance Testing: Lead the verification and acceptance testing of advanced electronic and pyrotechnic products for aerospace and defense applications.
• Test Setup & Execution: Set up and operate a variety of test equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, environmental chambers, etc.) to evaluate product performance, reliability, and safety.
• Procedure Compliance: Execute tests in strict accordance with Acceptance Test Procedures (ATPs), Qualification Test Procedures (QTPs), and In‑Process Test Procedures (ITPs).
• Troubleshooting & Maintenance: Diagnose, calibrate, and adjust test equipment, components, and systems to ensure optimal operation.
• Documentation: Maintain meticulous records and generate comprehensive test reports to support product certification and continuous improvement.
• Tool Utilization: Employ hand and power tools, as well as precision measuring devices, to support testing activities.
• Continuous Improvement: Contribute to the development of new testing methodologies and participate in process improvement initiatives.
• Collaboration: Work cross‑functionally to resolve technical challenges and drive product excellence.
• Environmental & Stress Testing: Conduct rigorous environmental, stress, and durability tests to validate product integrity.
• Dimensional & Schematic Interpretation: Interpret complex dimensional and schematic drawings to ensure accurate test setups.

What You Bring

• Experience: 5+ years as a Test Technician, ideally in aerospace, defense, or a related high‑reliability industry.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using electronic test equipment (voltmeters, oscilloscopes, etc.) and mechanical measuring tools (micrometers, calipers).
• Analytical Skills: Strong ability to interpret technical drawings and optimize test setups.
• Hands‑On Expertise: Manual soldering of SMD components and practical troubleshooting skills.
• Software Skills: Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Mobility: Willing and able to travel to the Hollister, CA site up to 75% during the first 90 days (for training).
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s degree in a related field or military experience preferred.
• This role is subject to ITAR regulations.

Working Conditions

• Test lab environment with required PPE.
• Standing for 8–10 hours per day.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate test results, observations, anomalies, and troubleshooting findings.
• Experience performing equipment setup, calibration verification, and test system maintenance activities.
• Military electronics, avionics, communications, radar, or related technical military experience is highly valued.

PacSci EMC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, sex, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, or veteran status. Nonetheless U.S. citizenship is a requirement for this position due to U.S. Government contractual requirements.