Test Technician

Technician III – Test

The Technician III – Test is responsible for the operation and monitoring of climatic and thermal vacuum chambers to support engineering development and production. This role requires the application of technical theory and practical knowledge to test a range of company products and systems, including the operation and maintenance of complex mechanical, electrical, and cryogenic test equipment. The Operations Strategic Capabilities Unit plays a fundamental role in enabling efficient business and program execution – from strategic capital investments, industrial operations and an efficient supply chain, to state-of-the-art manufacturing and test operations and top-notch facilities management.

What You'll Do:

• Operate and monitor climatic and thermal vacuum chambers in accordance with customer requirements for aerospace production products and assemblies.
• Provide technical expertise for test setups within thermal vacuum chambers, including routing plumbing and mating electrical connections.
• Prepare and maintain all required test logs, build records, and reports in compliance with company policies and government regulations.
• Review and interpret schematics, drawings, specifications, and procedures to ensure full compliance and completeness.
• Utilize computer interfaces and automated equipment to input, collect, and analyze test data.
• Operate company-owned vehicles as required (requires valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record).
• Implement Safety Health and Environment (SHE) processes, recognize hazardous materials, and execute corrective actions.
• Identify and suggest productivity and process efficiency improvements; participate in special projects.
• Perform daily 6S tasks to maintain an organized and efficient workspace.
• Perform other duties as necessary.
• Working Conditions
• Office, laboratory, clean room, or production floor.
• Local commute between campuses and other designated locations as required.
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• High School diploma or equivalent plus 2 years or more related experience.
• Each higher-level related degree, i.e., Bachelor's or Master's, may substitute for two years of related experience. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
• Basic Mechanical, Electrical, and/or Aerospace knowledge.
• Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations and assimilate data to resolve complex technical situations.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and execute technical process specifications and standards.
• Basic computer literacy for data entry and retrieval via system interfaces.
• The ability to be trained and obtain specialized certifications required to perform job operations. (Clean room, ESD, FOD, Crane, Forklift, Test Conductor)
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to exercise them in a technical environment.
• Self-starter, ambitious, and conscientious very high attention to detail.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and work with heavy equipment, tooling and fixtures.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Aerospace, spacecraft, instrument, sub-assembly, experience is very beneficial.
• Experience in environmental testing (e.g., Thermal Vacuum, Vibration, EMC/EMI) is highly desirable.

Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $57319 - $91710 Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience. Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Space & Mission Systems is a leading provider of national defense and civil space applications, advanced remote sensing, scientific and tactical systems for government and commercial customers. We continually pioneer ways to innovate spacecraft, mission payloads, optical systems, and other defense and civil capabilities. Powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus, we continually discover ways to enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most. This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified. Multiple positions may be available on this opening.