ABL Space Systems

Test Technician, Sub-Assemblies

El Segundo, California, United States

Full Time

2 hours ago

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Job description

ABL Space Systems is driven by the vision that in ten years, missions to space will launch every day from around the world. We’ve set out to assure global access to space through the development of a low-cost launch vehicle and a modular ground system, RS1 and GS0.

Behind our business model is an exceptional team. Engineers, technicians and operators at ABL thrive on creating simple yet effective systems to tackle the challenge that space launch presents.

Launch is just the beginning. Join ABL in paving the way for the next-generation space platform.

We are looking for an experienced Test Technician, Sub Assemblies to help test development and production parts for our launch vehicle specifically in our Sub-Assembly area. ABL's Test Technicians maintain critical hardware on the test site and test articles, ensuring they are mechanically sound and prepared for the next test. We seek team members who have an ability to think critically when testing to improve hardware designs and manufacturing processes. This role will require specific skill sets with setting up, executing, and tearing down test operations.

We test parts from both billet material and additively manufactured parts:

· Aluminum

· Steel

· Stainless Steel

· Inconel

Types of Equipment:

· Hi Pressure Test Box

· Pressure Cart

· Water Flow Test Stand

Test Technicians execute the manual operations and maintenance that keeps the test site and test articles running smooth. Their diligence prevents fittings and fasteners from coming lose, joints from leaking, and damaging debris from entering critical systems. For the S3 level role – you will be expected to support our testing while developing skills specifically related to our hardware, tooling and testing procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Build and maintain test facilities including propellant, high pressure, and cryogenic systems
Work alongside engineers to execute procedures for hazardous test operations
Troubleshoot and perform maintenance on fluid system, mechanical, and electrical systems
Work with engineers to build and maintain rocket engines and other test articles
Perform in-process and first article inspections
Own machine care and preventative maintenance
Support as needed with post-testing operations including but not limited to deburr, cleaning, and part marking
Support with material loading and handling
Work in concert with operations leadership and engineering to develop testing process order of operations
Support with issue ticket rework operations in accordance with issue ticket protocols

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

4+ years of industry experience working with aircraft, cryogenic fluids, high pressure systems, or combustion device testing
High School diploma or GED
Experience with inspection tools and inspection processes
Must be able to stand for extended periods – 8 hours minimum
Must be able to stoop, bend, crawl, and being able to maneuver in tight spaces
Physically able to lift and maneuver items weighing up to 50lbs (unassisted)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES:

Ability to deal with ambiguity: working with leadership and team on roadmap and must be comfortable defining their own pathway to an objective
End-to-end ownership: projects are delivered fully complete and ready for flight; there is no one to pick up the slack of partially complete work
Hands on experience with metal 3D printed components
Experience in aerospace, medical, or automotive manufacturing
Strong oral and written communication
Experience with Microsoft Office products
Familiarity with ISO9001 and AS9100

This is the lowest to highest compensation range we reasonably and in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay position within the compensation range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

In addition to salary and equity, we offer:

- Low cost medical, dental, and vision insurance plans

- Company paid life insurance LTD coverage

- 4% 401k match

- Student loan repayment assistance program

- Paid parental leave

- Family planning assistance program

- Company paid financial wellness program

- Flexible vacation policy for exempt employees

- Relocation bonus offered to qualified candidates

ITAR Requirement

This position requires access to information protected under US export control laws, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or the Export Administration Regulations. As such, US person status (including US citizens, U.S. permanent residents, individuals granted U.S. asylum status, or individuals admitted in U.S. refugee status) is a required qualification for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, genetics, or citizenship status (when otherwise legally authorized to work and access export-controlled data) and will not be discriminated against on the basis of such characteristics or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We encourage applicants of all ages.