Avionics Test Technician (Space Simulation Test Lab)

SpaceX • Hawthorne, CA

98d • $23 - $38

About The Position

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. The Avionics Test Technician will be responsible for performing acceptance and qualification testing of flight hardware, programming and operating environmental test chambers, and using electronic test equipment to run performance tests on parts.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, or military environment

Nice To Haves

• Associate or bachelor's degree in a technical or engineering field
• Prior experience with thermal, thermal vacuum, vibration and/or shock testing
• Experience in the aerospace industry, aviation, military or other high-volume operating environment preferred
• Capable of working with diverse electrical test equipment, including analog, digital and RF
• Proficiency with Windows OS
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong team-work skills

Responsibilities

• Perform acceptance (ATP) and qualification (QTP) testing of flight hardware and document results in a clear, precise and complete manner
• Program and operate environmental test chambers and/or vibration shakers
• Use basic and advanced electronic test equipment and test racks/DAQs to run performance tests on parts
• Use mechanical hand tools and torque wrenches to set up parts on test fixtures
• Record work performed on shop floor management system (ERP)
• Self-monitor work progress against fast-paced area benchmarks and achieve on-time delivery of all work
• Assist design engineers with developing and documenting test procedures
• Work with design engineers to troubleshoot failures of parts and test equipment
• Assist with the development of production processes for first-time production runs
• Assist with area efficiency and 5S improvement projects
• Responsible for preventative maintenance activities on test equipment and data acquisition systems

Benefits

• Pay range: Avionics Test Technician/Level 1: $23.00 - $27.00/hour
• Avionics Test Technician/Level 2: $26.00 - $32.50/hour
• Avionics Test Technician/Level 3: $31.00 - $38.00/hour
• Long-term incentives in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
• Potential discretionary bonuses
• Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
• Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
• Short & long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Various other discounts and perks
• 3 weeks of paid vacation
• 10 or more paid holidays per year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees