Test Operations Technician - Electrical

AGILE Space Industries • Durango, CO

97d • $25 - $39

About The Position

Agile Space Industries, Inc. (AGILE) designs, builds, and tests in-space propulsion systems for satellites and spacecraft. AGILE uses state of the art 3D metal alloy printing techniques to rapidly design, manufacture, and test new engine designs in our purpose-built propulsion test facility. With over a decade of experience testing rocket engines, and engineers who have worked at industry leaders like Blue Origin, SpaceX, NASA, and Aerojet Rocketdyne, AGILE is a rapidly growing company with many exciting Defense, Civil and Commercial programs. AGILE is headquartered in Durango, CO with a facility in Mount Pleasant, PA and growing presence in Tulsa, OK. Agile Space Industries is seeking a highly skilled Test Operations Technician with electrical experience in Durango, CO to join our team in the exciting field of in-space propulsion. In this role, you will be responsible for the maintenance, assembly, and site support for engine testing. Your work will be critical to ensuring the safety and success of our missions. If you are passionate about space exploration, have a strong technical background and are willing to take on the challenges of a dynamic testing environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to join our team!

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Electrical/Electrician Experience
• Solid hands-on mechanical and electrical troubleshooting experience
• Comfortable working around hazardous fluids/gases and in high-risk test environments
• Ability to read and work from technical drawings, schematics, and procedures
• Strong communication and teamwork skills — can coordinate across engineers and techs
• Self-directed, dependable, and detail-oriented

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree a plus. On-the-job experience in aerospace test or related technical fields may substitute for formal education
• Prior rocket engine or aerospace test stand experience
• Familiarity with hypergolic propellants and related safety protocols
• Experience leading small teams or mentoring junior technicians
• Skilled in using data systems for logging work and test results
• Certifications or training in rigging, forklifts, or instrumentation a plus
• Technical certification or associate’s degree in aerospace, mechanical, or related field preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform functions in daily test operations supporting engine testing, building of new test stand facilities, and modifying and retrofitting existing test stands
• Fabrication, installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of propellant feed system panels and tubing
• Helium and nitrogen systems including liquid nitrogen vaporization
• Installation/uninstallation of engine hardware from test stand
• Decontamination of hardware
• Perform system level troubleshooting and maintenance of test stand equipment and hardware
• Ensure that all engine test stand related equipment and services are performed safe and timely manner to keep up with high test cadence
• Proactively perform work according to procedures, specifications, and test instructions
• Maintain accurate records of work performed
• Follow safety procedures and protocols when working with propellant systems and supporting utilities
• Follows all safety guidelines established by the Company, including proper use of safety equipment and relevant safety procedures
• Complies with safety and hazardous waste disposal programs
• Meets job standard times with minimal supervision
• Working both independently and collaboratively within a team of individual contributors to enable every member to succeed in their respective tasks
• Support quality and compliance by adhering to all procedures, work instructions, and forms per the Quality Management Systems (QMS)
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• 100% covered monthly premium plans paid by employer for Medical, Dental and Vision for you and your dependents
• Paid Holidays, Paid Flexible Time Off, Sabbatical Leave, Company Sponsored Life and AD&D, Short and Long Term Disability, Paid Maternity/Parental/Adoption Leave
• The company will match 100% of the employee contribution up to 4% of the employee’s salary
• Employee referral program
• Company get-together and team outings

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED