ASSOCIATE TECHNICIAN - TECHNICIAN - Space Hardware Testing at Southwest Research Institute in San Antonio, Texas

Job Description:

Who We Are:


The Integration and Test group is a multidisciplinary team of engineers, technologists, and technicians within the Department of Spacecraft Development, ultimately responsible for space hardware test and integration which includes harness fabrication.


Objectives of this Role:

• Support engineering in board, box, and spacecraft integration and testing.


• Support engineering in the assembly of Ground Support Equipment.


• Help maintain test lab cleanliness and equipment calibration.

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:

• Assist engineering in the integration and testing of spaceflight hardware, from board-level checkout through top assembly functional and environmental testing.


• Collect and accurately record test data in accordance with the released test procedure.


• Complete integration tasks per written instructions.


• Develop test procedures and test scripts under engineering supervision.


• Help track, maintain, and organize test equipment.

Requirements:

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.


• Specialized courses in Electrical/Electro-Mechanical training, including high-school trade or trade school is preferred.


• Shift work required.


• 1 years: basic electronics experience.


• An interest or training in electrical theory, mechanical theory, digital theory, safety, microcomputers, test equipment, and troubleshooting techniques as it relates to technician work.


• Some shiftwork required to support environmental testing.


• A valid/clear driver's license is required.

Special Requirements:


Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen.


Job Locations: San Antonio, Texas


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