Environmental Test Technician (Weekday Shift)

Terran Orbital Corporation•Irvine, CA

10h•Onsite

About The Position

Join a team where your impact reaches beyond the stars! At Terran Orbital, you’re not just part of the system – you’re a vital force propelling our mission forward. As trailblazers in satellite manufacturing and aerospace innovation, we shatter boundaries daily to deliver groundbreaking solutions that power our nation’s defense and commercial missions. We are a unique, fast growing, and trusted team dedicated to swiftly and efficiently designing, building, launching, and operating state of the art satellites for advanced mission constellations. If you’re driven by purpose, inspired by challenges, and ready to leave your mark on the universe, you’ll find a home and endless opportunities for growth here. Together, let’s redefine what is possible in orbit and beyond! Terran Orbital is seeking an experienced Environmental Test Technician to join our dynamic team. Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the Environmental Test Technician will be responsible for environmental test processes for a wide range of components/modules, as well as spacecraft level vibration and thermal vacuum testing. This role will assist with the installation of equipment, operation and maintenance of vibrations tables, vacuum chambers, and other test equipment, process documentation and controls, and performing testing and certification of the test equipment. Additionally, this role will support spacecraft build and testing as time allows between environmental test scheduling. This role is on our Weekday shift (Monday - Thursday) from 6:00AM - 4:30PM.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent with at least 3 years of experience in Environmental Testing (Thermal, Vibrational, Vacuum, HAAS/HALT, Shock)
Extensive experience with Vibration tables and Thermal vacuum chambers.
Knowledge/experience in manufacturing and test processes and procedures.
Strong ability to comprehend technical work instructions.
Experience with drawings, shop orders, and detailed work instructions.
Strong understanding with test electronic, hydrostatic, and pneumatic test equipment.
Proficient with various types of gages, instruments and measuring devices.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Experience with software systems, databases, and Microsoft Office Suite.
High attention to detail.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Overhead crane and rigging experience.
Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems, Non-conformance systems, Ticketed request systems and order scheduling systems.
Experience using and maintaining calibrated equipment.
Ability to accurately distinguish a wide range of colors, which is essential for success in this role
U.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

Assemble, instrument, and test satellite flight hardware throughout development and Production.
Monitor and assess test equipment and test hardware performance throughout production and qualification campaigns.
Activate, evaluate, monitor, and maintain space simulation test equipment (Thermal, Thermal Vacuum, HASS / HALT, Vibration, Shock).
Assembly, activation, and troubleshooting of custom test racks and automated equipment that interfaces with Flight Hardware.
Work with engineering and facilities to plan, build, and activate test equipment.
Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair instrumentation and harnessing, including pressure transducers, flowmeters, temperature sensors, accelerometers, and strain gauges.
Performs functions that include test troubleshooting, basic equipment maintenance, coordination with test engineers, and engagement with management on daily test activities.
Clean machines, equipment, and work areas according to site standard practices and management guidance.