Test Technician
About The Position
The Test Technician provides hands-on support to Test Engineers by inspecting and testing spacecraft hardware and associated equipment, including wire harnesses, avionics boxes, and sub-assemblies. The role executes functional testing, for which Python experience is preferred, and environmental testing such as vibration, thermal, TVAC, and EMI/EMC testing. The technician also helps optimize design, build, and test processes so Loft can scale test activities to meet emerging and contractual demand. The position offers the opportunity to deepen technical expertise in complex aerospace hardware testing in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Requirements
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to interpret and work from engineering drawings and 3D models.
- Solid computer skills and familiarity with controlled designs and processes.
- Coding or programming experience; Python is preferred.
- Previous experience with vibration, thermal vacuum (TVAC), and/or EMC/EMI testing.
- Meticulous attention to detail and pride in ownership of work performed.
Nice To Haves
- RF products, tools, or testing experience, including Vector Network Analyzers.
- Experience with optical payloads (cameras) or other optics testing.
- Experience with test standards such as GEVS, CEQATR, Mil-Std-1540, and CETS/CTP.
- Certified forklift and/or crane operator.
Responsibilities
- Support Test Engineers in inspecting and testing spacecraft hardware and associated equipment.
- Execute functional testing and environmental testing, including vibration, thermal, TVAC, and EMI/EMC testing.
- Help optimize design, build, and test processes to scale test activities for emerging and contractual demand.
Benefits
- 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance option for employees and dependents.
- Flexible Spending (FSA) and Health Savings (HSA) Accounts, with an employer contribution to the HSA.
- 100% employer-paid Life, AD&D, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability insurance.
- Flexible Time Off policy for vacation and sick leave, and 12 paid holidays.
- 401(k) plan and equity options.
- Daily catered lunches and snacks.
- International exposure to the team in France.
- Fully paid parental leave: 14 weeks for the primary caregiver and 10 weeks for the secondary caregiver.
- Carrot Fertility benefits, including inclusive fertility healthcare and family-forming support with financial assistance.
- Off-sites, social events, and celebrations.
- Relocation assistance when applicable.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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