Avionics Test Technician

Redondo Beach, CA - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 30 - 40

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Manufacturing

Job Summary

As an Avionics Test Technician you will perform electrical thermal and functional testing of spacecraft avionics hardware to verify performance and identify issues. You will work closely with engineering and production teams to ensure accurate test execution and high-quality flight-ready hardware.

Responsibilities

Perform functional and verification testing of avionics hardware and subassemblies at the board level in accordance with engineering procedures/requirements.
Execute electrical testing using multimeters power supplies oscilloscopes and data acquisition systems to validate performance and identify faults
Set up operate and monitor test fixtures harnesses and instrumentation to support avionics hardware testing.
Follow controlled test procedures work instructions and test plans with strict adherence to configuration and revision control.
Identify and document test anomalies failures or out-of-family behavior and escalate findings to engineering as needed.
Verify proper installation calibration and operation of sensors and measurement devices prior to test execution.
Collect review and validate test data ensuring accuracy completeness and traceability to the tested avionics hardware.
Support debug and re-test activities following hardware modifications or corrective actions.
Assist in the development refinement and validation of test procedures and test setups in collaboration with engineering.
Maintain test logs configuration records and test reports in accordance with quality and program requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

Proficiency in electrostatic discharge (ESD) safety protocols is a hard requirement.
2-5 years of hands-on experience performing electrical and thermal testing at the board or subassembly level.
Experience executing tests from written procedures work instructions or test plans in a controlled environment.
Working knowledge of electrical test equipment including multimeters power supplies oscilloscopes and data acquisition systems.
Familiarity with instrumentation and sensors such as RTDs thermocouples or similar measurement devices.
Foundational understanding of electrical principles including voltage current resistance continuity and basic signal behavior.
Very strong attention to detail and ability to interpret and follow engineering documentation and procedures
Demonstrated safety-first mindset particularly when working with energized hardware or temperature extremes.
Team-oriented mindset with the ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines.

Preferred Skills and Experience

Experience testing aerospace or spaceflight avionics hardware in a high-reliability environment
Familiarity with RF test equipment such as spectrum analyzers signal generators and network analyzers.
Understanding of failure analysis and root-cause investigation related to electrical or sensor anomalies.
Prior experience supporting prototype hardware testing or early-stage development programs.
Prior experience in a startup or fast-paced engineering environment where adaptability and initiative are valued.
Passion for space exploration

Additional Information:

Compensation bands are determined by role level location and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills education experience technical capabilities and internal addition to base salary for full-time hires you may also be eligible for long-term incentives in the form of stock options and access to medical vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan.

Impulse Spaces spacecraft manufacturing business is subject to U.S. export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). This position requires applicants to be either U.S. Persons (i.e. U.S. citizen U.S. national lawful permanent U.S. resident (green card holder) an individual granted asylum in the U.S. or an individual admitted in U.S. refugee status) or persons eligible to obtain an export license from the U.S. Departments of State Commerce or other applicable U.S. government agencies. Learn more about the ITAR here.

Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Impulse Space is governed on the basis of merit competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race color religion gender national origin/ethnicity veteran status disability status age sexual orientation gender identity marital status mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Required Experience:

Responsibilities

Perform functional and verification testing of avionics hardware and subassemblies at the board level in accordance with engineering procedures/requirements.
Execute electrical testing using multimeters power supplies oscilloscopes and data acquisition systems to validate performance and identify faults
Set up operate and monitor test fixtures harnesses and instrumentation to support avionics hardware testing.
Follow controlled test procedures work instructions and test plans with strict adherence to configuration and revision control.
Identify and document test anomalies failures or out-of-family behavior and escalate findings to engineering as needed.
Verify proper installation calibration and operation of sensors and measurement devices prior to test execution.
Collect review and validate test data ensuring accuracy completeness and traceability to the tested avionics hardware.
Support debug and re-test activities following hardware modifications or corrective actions.
Assist in the development refinement and validation of test procedures and test setups in collaboration with engineering.
Maintain test logs configuration records and test reports in accordance with quality and program requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

Proficiency in electrostatic discharge (ESD) safety protocols is a hard requirement.
2-5 years of hands-on experience performing electrical and thermal testing at the board or subassembly level.
Experience executing tests from written procedures work instructions or test plans in a controlled environment.
Working knowledge of electrical test equipment including multimeters power supplies oscilloscopes and data acquisition systems.
Familiarity with instrumentation and sensors such as RTDs thermocouples or similar measurement devices.
Foundational understanding of electrical principles including voltage current resistance continuity and basic signal behavior.
Very strong attention to detail and ability to interpret and follow engineering documentation and procedures
Demonstrated safety-first mindset particularly when working with energized hardware or temperature extremes.
Team-oriented mindset with the ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines.

Preferred Skills and Experience

Experience testing aerospace or spaceflight avionics hardware in a high-reliability environment
Familiarity with RF test equipment such as spectrum analyzers signal generators and network analyzers.
Understanding of failure analysis and root-cause investigation related to electrical or sensor anomalies.
Prior experience supporting prototype hardware testing or early-stage development programs.
Prior experience in a startup or fast-paced engineering environment where adaptability and initiative are valued.
Passion for space exploration