Environmental Equipment Test Technician IV Security Clearance

Position: Environmental Equipment Test Technician IV with Security Clearance
Sierra Space Careers:

At Sierra Space, we build the missions and systems that keep our world secure in the domain above Earth.
Sierra Space team members share a spirit of innovation and collaboration and a belief that we can deliver on the boldest missions in space today. Together with our customers, we aim to safeguard our nation, sustain human presence in space, and secure the freedom of operations in low Earth orbit and beyond.
Our success is measured by the trust of those who rely on what we build and deliver, and our technologies keep the United States and its allies mission-ready throughout space.

We are mission-driven, and together, we are an extraordinary team.

About the Role

The Environmental Test Equipment Technician IV is responsible for operating, maintaining, and supporting advanced environmental test equipment used for simulating various conditions and stresses. This role requires significant experience in test equipment operation and maintenance and involves following work instructions, configuring and calibrating test equipment and software, and documenting equipment performance as defined within testing protocols.
In addition to operating test equipment and recording operational data, the Environmental Test Equipment Technician IV may perform predefined data processing, equipment status reviews, and provide detailed feedback on equipment performance to engineers and team members. Additionally, the role requires the ability to identify, report, and troubleshoot anomalous behavior in environmental test equipment to ensure optimal testing conditions and reliable results.

About You

Our mission is driven by an unyielding commitment to advancing space-based technology in service of our customers and safeguarding national security. We seek individuals who are passionate about innovating beyond boundaries and relentlessly pursuing solutions that protect, preserve and empower - to join us in this critical mission.
We're looking for team members who align with our values, mission and goals - while also meeting the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.

Key Responsibilities:

* Primary Operations SME to troubleshoot and repair Thermal/T-vac Chambers & Dynamic Shaker issues assisting in emergency repairs and preventative maintenance and upkeep as required.

* Work with external vendors as needed to support test asset uptime and maintenance as needed.

* Maintain common test equipment supplies to facilitate test operations.

* Maintain and perform continuous improvements to test center operations researching and organizing the implementation of new technologies into thermal monitoring / control racks for improved functionality in the direction of automated testing utilizing new software and hardware combinations.

* Primary chamber/shaker operator for the test center and assist in environmental thermal/vacuum/dynamics/load frame test setups of space flight hardware with data logging, chamber/shaker control, and sensor installation.

* Monitor analog & electronic data sources recording legible written data at increments specific to program requirements.

* Manipulate raw test data into plots, charts, or equivalent visual trending methodologies.

* Troubleshoot & correct thermal data logger/sensor malfunctions.

* Configure Thermal and Vacuum ports to accommodate unique electrical and mechanical test needs.

* Perform helium leak detection methodologies to troubleshoot chamber issues.

* Communicate test status to facilitate flawless handoff and overall test plan coordination to future shifts.

* Report to the Operations Manager and complete all job specific tasks given by him/her.

* Assist Assembly, Integration, and Test operations on the production floor as directed by management.

* Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.

Minimum Qualifications:

* Typically 8+ years of related experience.

* Experienced understanding of general best floor practices including safety and handling of Flight hardware.

* Expert proficiency using basic test equipment, hand tools, electrical harnessing and mechanical fixturing.

* Able to…