Test Technician (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; Clifton (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

3 weeks vacation

401(k) match

Life insurance

Relocation assistance

Job summary

RTX’s Hurricane Mesa Test Facility seeks an Engineering Test Technician to support sled tests, subsystem evaluations, and site operations. The role involves hands-on work with energetic materials, test hardware, and fixtures enabling high-speed and supersonic testing.

Required is experience with TIG/MIG welding, metal fabrication, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced test environment. U.S. citizenship is required for access to certain program components.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or AA/AS degree (or 2-year post high school) with 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience welding with TIG and MIG.
• Fabrication and metal component handling; fixture development.

Responsibilities

• Handle and test rocket motors as part of a test team.
• Support test team activities involving safe handling of CAD/PAD components.
• Deploy, operate, and maintain test track hardware and fixtures.
• Perform test tracking maintenance, track setup, and post-test water brake functions.
• Assist with site maintenance, equipment upgrades, and improvement projects.
• Build, repair, and modify test equipment, fixtures, and hardware.

Skills

TIG welding

MIG welding

Fixture fabrication

Test environment multitasking

CAD software

Education

HS Diploma or AA/AS degree

Tools

CAD software

Fixture/testing hardware tools

Job description

Overview

Date Posted: 2026-07-16

Location: US-UT-VIRGIN-3O at ~ 1 Mesa Rd ~ OFFICE TRAILER. Position Role Type: Onsite. Security: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract. Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required. Hurricane Mesa Test Facility (HMTF) is a unique R&D test site specializing in ejection seat system validation using rocket sleds and subsystem test stands. The Engineering Test Technician will support sled tests, subsystem evaluations, and general site operations. This role involves hands-on work with energetic materials, test hardware, and custom-built fixtures that enable high-speed and supersonic test activities.

Responsibilities

• You will handle and test rocket motors as part of a test team
• You will support test team activities involving the safe handling of CAD/PAD components
• You will deploy, operate, and maintain test track hardware and fixtures
• You will perform test tracking maintenance, including track setup and post-test water brake functions
• You will assist with site maintenance, equipment upgrades, and improvement projects
• You will build, repair, and modify test equipment, fixtures, and hardware

Qualifications

• Experience with TIG and MIG welding
• Experience in fabrication, layout, and working with metal components
• Basic proficiency with standard office computer software
• Experience with organizing and managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced test environment
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract
• Typically requires HS Diploma or AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Welding and fabrication experience with fixtures and test hardware
• Manual machining experience (mill, lathe, etc.)
• Experience with energetic materials (CAD/PAD, rockets, explosives)
• Experience in R&D or test environments, especially ejection seats or parachute systems
• General industrial equipment maintenance and repair experience

What We Offer

• Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching funds and retirement contribution options
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Additional voluntary benefits and flexible spending accounts
• Relocation eligibility

Role is U.S.-based. RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status. Privacy policy and terms apply. RTX is an aerospace and defense company serving commercial, military, and government customers.