Test Technician

Element Materials Technology

6h • Onsite

About The Position

A Dynamics Test Technician is a specialized role focused on the physical stressors a product undergoes during its lifecycle. In industries like aerospace, automotive, and defense, "dynamics" refers specifically to vibration, shock, and structural integrity. As a senior-level technician, you aren't just running a machine; you are the bridge between engineering theory and physical reality, often leading a team and ensuring complex test setups are executed flawlessly.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Strong hands-on skills with hand tools, power tools, and basic mechanical assembly.
• Understanding of basic electrical circuits, cabling, and signal types.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel/Word) and the ability to learn proprietary test software.
• Ability to follow complex, written procedures (such as MIL-STD or ASTM standards) with high precision.
• 1 to 2 years’ experience in manufacturing, machinery, or testing background.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in Electronics, Mechanical Technology, or a related field is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in mounting test articles to electrodynamic shakers or shock machines using specialized fixtures and fasteners.
• Install and calibrate sensors, including accelerometers, strain gauges, and thermocouples.
• Learn to operate vibration controllers (Vibration Research), power amplifiers, and data acquisition systems (DAQ) to run specified test profiles (Sine, Random, Shock).
• Monitor tests in progress to ensure parameters remain within specified tolerances and record raw data for engineering review.
• Perform routine maintenance on laboratory equipment and ensure all tools are within their calibration cycles.
• Assist in drafting technical logs and "Notice of Deviation" (NOD) reports if a test fails to meet specified criteria or if equipment malfunctions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees