Test Technician II

PDS; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in aviation and aerospace is seeking an Environmental Test Technician to conduct hands-on testing and support various projects. The role involves operating complex test equipment and requires strong communication and organizational skills. Candidates should have relevant experience and a high school diploma. This position offers a contract employment type with opportunities for growth in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Qualifications

• 2-4+ years of environmental test experience.
• Ability to climb ladders and lift 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental stress screening on flight hardware.
• Assist with installation and maintenance of test equipment.
• Manage multiple test projects concurrently.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Self-Starter

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Data Acquisition Systems

Job description

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This range is provided by PDS. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

• Responsibilities: Conduct hands-on environmental stress screening (thermal, vibration, and pressure) on flight hardware according to company procedures.
• Assist with the installation, operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of vibration tables, thermal chambers, pressure systems, and DAQ equipment including PTs, TCs, voltage, and current mass flow meters.
• Coordinate with test engineers and engage with management on daily test activities.
• Maintain cleanliness and perform maintenance on machines, equipment, and work areas according to 5S standards and maintenance programs.
• Set up and operate fast-paced systems safely.
• Manage multiple test projects concurrently while supporting operational schedules.
• Configure test setups, fixtures, and instrumentation according to test plans and standards.
• Identify, communicate, and mitigate cost, schedule, and technical risks.

Minimum Qualifications:

2-4+ years of environmental test experience or competence in Vibration, Shock, or Specification Performance.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent with at least 3-5 years of relevant experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Outstanding organizational skills, including work prioritization, scheduling, and providing succinct status reports.
• Ability to self-start, find clarity in ambiguous situations, earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
• Knowledge and experience in manufacturing and test processes and procedures.
• Familiarity with data acquisition systems, data analysis, and data processing.
• Experience with drawings, shop orders, and detailed work instructions.
• Experience with electronic, hydraulic, and pneumatic test equipment.
• Proficiency with software systems, databases, and the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Physical ability to climb ladders and stairs and lift and carry up to 50 lbs. for limited durations.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate or technical degree in a relevant field.
• Experienced in test equipment design and fabrication from Engineering Development to manufacturing implementation.
• Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems, Non-conformance systems, Ticketed request systems, and order scheduling systems.
• Experience using and maintaining calibrated equipment.
• Familiarity with GSE/Fittings.
• Ability to apply test instrumentation and control components such as pressure transducers, thermocouples, RTDs, strain gauges, accelerometers, flow meters, load cells, relays, and solenoid valves.
• Ability to read and understand mechanical and electrical schematics and reports.
• Familiarity with National Instruments, Dewesoft, or Arduino (LabVIEW / Test Stand).

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Quality Assurance

• Industries

  Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, Airlines and Aviation, and IT System Testing and Evaluation

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