Test Technician

Company Background

ExoTerra is an industry leader in the development and production of electric propulsion systems for small and micro satellites. The company provides propulsion solutions for space exploration, defense and commercial programs. We are in need of a Test Technician to perform development, qualification and acceptance testing of space hardware .

Responsibilities:

The Test Technician will be responsible for:

Performing Development, Qualification and Acceptance testing of space hardware.

Perform Tests that may include but are not limited to: functional checkout, leak, proof pressure, electronics burn-in, thermal cycle, thermal vacuum, EMI/EMC, random vibration, shock, and thruster hot fire.

Set up the test article and install instrumentation.

Install test article and fixture on test equipment.

Monitor test progress and flag any discrepancies from predicted results.

Document test results.

Coordinate with planners to status accomplishments;

Provide feedback to engineering on process improvements;

Qualifications

>7 years of experience testing hardware

High School Diploma

Good written and verbal communication skills

Able to follow verbal and written instructions

Able to lift 50 lbs

Able to climb a 13' ladder

Able to stand for long periods of time

Must be a US Citizen

Desired Skills

Experience with functional, random vibration, proof pressure, and/or thermal vacuum testing

Experience with spacecraft testing

Experience with soldering, crimping and harness build

Experience with mechanical assembly

Experience with electronics board testing

Experience with Visio, Excel, Smartsheets, MS Project, and/or CAD Drawing software

Experience with non-conformance resolution

Experience with vacuum chambers

Willing to support overnight or weekend shifts when testing requires.

Good time management skills

Benefits

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Education reimbursement

Health insurance

Health savings account

Holiday shut down (Christmas to New Year's)

Paid time off - 2 weeks vacation

Parental leave

Relocation assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance