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Test Technician

$28 - $47 per hour

Aerotek

Job Title: Test Technician

Pay: $28-$47 based on experience

Job Description

As a Test Technician, you will be responsible for building and maintaining test stand ground support equipment and related mechanical systems. You will install and troubleshoot hydraulic, pneumatic, gas, and pressure systems while performing mechanical assembly, fabrication, equipment modifications, and maintenance activities. Your role will involve utilizing hand tools, power tools, and mechanical troubleshooting skills to support testing operations.

Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain test stand ground support equipment.

  • Install and troubleshoot hydraulic, pneumatic, gas, and pressure systems.

  • Perform mechanical assembly, fabrication, equipment modifications, and maintenance activities.

  • Utilize hand tools, power tools, and mechanical troubleshooting skills to support testing operations.

Essential Skills

  • 2-5+ years of mechanical experience.

  • Experience with hydraulic, pneumatic, and pressure systems.

  • Mechanical troubleshooting and repair experience.

  • Proficiency in working with valves, tubing, fittings, and regulators.

Why Work Here?

Join a dynamic team where your skills and expertise are valued. Experience a collaborative work environment that fosters professional growth and development.

Work Environment

Work with state-of-the-art equipment and tools in a supportive and innovative setting. Embrace a culture of continuous improvement and teamwork.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Menlo Park, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $47.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Menlo Park, CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 29, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Menlo Park,CA.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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