Test Supervisor

Impulse Space•Redondo Beach, CA

7d•$120,000 - $150,000•Onsite

About The Position

As a Test Supervisor at Impulse Space, you will support a wide range of spacecraft component testing while developing and maintaining state-of-the-art test equipment. You will work closely with a team of technicians and engineers to improve overall test processes across the company. The test team at Impulse Space is responsible for designing, building, and operating world class test equipment to support the development and production of components and assemblies that will serve in Impulse’s goal of pioneering the future of in-space transportation.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency certificate
5+ years of experience working on flight hardware assemblies and/or in a test production environment
2+ years in a leadership role
Demonstrated understanding of the safe operation of pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical power systems
Experience operating complex test equipment, controls and data acquisition systems
Proficient with basic fabrication techniques
Ability to troubleshoot problems with fluid, mechanical, and electrical systems and implement scrappy solutions

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or bachelor’s degree in mechanical, aerospace, or electrical engineering
7+ years of demonstrated professional experience providing support for the production and test of highly complex components and assemblies (e.g. valves, actuators)
Experience in mission-critical or specialized environments (labs, cleanrooms, data centers, aerospace facilities)
Capable of solving complex problems with little to no supervision on schedule as an individual or as a member of an integrated team
OSHA 10/30 certification is a plus

Responsibilities

Supervise all Test Area activities to ensure efficient workflow, and maintain safety and quality standards
Lead and manage a staff of ~10 technicians, provide mentorship and performance feedback, and foster a continuous improvement mindset
Work with leadership and engineering team to coordinate schedule, resource allocation, and priority while regularly reporting status
Maintain and troubleshoot test hardware and shop equipment, calibrate instrumentation, and stock consumables
Perform verifications of flight hardware and document results in a clear, precise and complete manner
Respond to production related non-conformances and drive to root cause and disposition
Maintain process planning documents and action feedback when necessary
Scale team, assess candidates, and provide feedback on the hiring process