Avionics Test Technician
About The Position
As an Avionics Test Technician, you will perform electrical, thermal, and functional testing of spacecraft avionics hardware to verify performance and identify issues. You will work closely with engineering and production teams to ensure accurate test execution and high-quality, flight-ready hardware. Responsibilities Perform functional and verification testing of RF avionics hardware in accordance with engineering procedures/requirements. Verify proper installation, calibration, and operation of test sets and measurement devices prior to test execution. Follow controlled work instructions, and test plans with strict adherence to configuration. Identify and document test anomalies or failures and escalate findings to engineering as needed. Assist in the development, refinement, and validation of test procedures and test setups in collaboration with engineering. Maintain test logs and tractability of hardware and tooling in accordance with quality and program requirements.
Requirements
- Proficiency in electrostatic discharge (ESD) safety protocols
- 2-5 years of hands-on experience performing electrical and thermal testing at the board or antenna level
- Working knowledge of electrical test equipment, including multimeters, power supplies, thermocouples, oscilloscopes, and data acquisition systems.
- Very strong attention to detail and ability to interpret and follow engineering documentation and procedures
- Demonstrated safety-first mindset, particularly when working with energized hardware or temperature extremes.
- Team-oriented mindset with the ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines.
Nice To Haves
- Experience testing aerospace or spaceflight avionics hardware in a high-reliability environment
- Foundational understanding of electrical principles, including voltage, current, resistance, continuity, and basic signal behavior.
- Familiarity with RF test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and network analyzers.
- Understanding of failure analysis and root-cause investigation related to electrical or sensor anomalies.
- Prior experience supporting prototype hardware testing or early-stage development programs.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high quality of work and meticulousness
- Passion for space exploration
Responsibilities
- Perform functional and verification testing of RF avionics hardware in accordance with engineering procedures/requirements.
- Verify proper installation, calibration, and operation of test sets and measurement devices prior to test execution.
- Follow controlled work instructions, and test plans with strict adherence to configuration.
- Identify and document test anomalies or failures and escalate findings to engineering as needed.
- Assist in the development, refinement, and validation of test procedures and test setups in collaboration with engineering.
- Maintain test logs and tractability of hardware and tooling in accordance with quality and program requirements.
Benefits
- long-term incentives, in the form of stock options
- access to medical, vision & dental coverage
- access to a 401(k) retirement plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
