Avionics Test Technician (Space Simulation Test Lab) - 2nd Shift

SpaceX•Hawthorne, CA

About The Position

SpaceX is hiring an Avionics Test Technician for its Space Simulation Test Lab. The role performs acceptance and qualification testing of flight hardware, operates environmental test chambers and vibration shakers, and uses electronic test equipment and test racks or data acquisition systems to evaluate part performance. The technician documents test results and shop-floor work, supports engineers with test procedure development and troubleshooting, and contributes to production process development, equipment maintenance, and area improvement projects.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
At least 2 years of experience in a manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, or military environment.
Willingness to work second shift, overtime, and/or weekends as needed.
Ability to perform repetitive assembly operations involving grasping, standing, lifting, bending, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds unassisted.

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 another high-volume operating environment.
Capability working with diverse electrical test equipment, including analog, digital, and RF equipment.
Proficiency with Windows OS.
Excellent attention to detail.
Strong teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

Perform acceptance (ATP) and qualification (QTP) testing of flight hardware and document results clearly, precisely, and completely.
Program and operate environmental test chambers and/or vibration shakers.
Use electronic test equipment and test racks or data acquisition systems to run performance tests on parts.
Use mechanical hand tools and torque wrenches to set up parts on test fixtures.
Record work performed in the shop-floor management system (ERP).
Monitor work progress against area benchmarks and achieve on-time delivery.
Assist design engineers with developing and documenting test procedures.
Work with design engineers to troubleshoot failures of parts and test equipment.
Assist with developing production processes for first-time production runs.
Assist with area efficiency and 5S improvement projects.
Perform preventative maintenance on test equipment and data acquisition systems.

Benefits

Potential eligibility for long-term incentives in the form of company stock 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- and long-term disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Paid parental leave.
Various other discounts and perks.
Potential accrual of 3 weeks of paid vacation.
Eligibility for 10 or more paid holidays per year.
Paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy.