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 issuesassistinginemergency repairs and preventativemaintenance and upkeep asrequired.
Work with external vendors as needed to support test asset uptime and maintenance as needed.
Maintaincommon test equipment supplies tofacilitatetest operations.
Maintainand perform continuous improvements to test center operationsresearching and organizing theimplementation ofnew technologiesinto thermal monitoring / control racks for improved functionality in the direction of automated testingutilizingnew software and hardware combinations.
Primary chamber/shakeroperator for the test center andassistin environmentalthermal/vacuum/dynamics/load frametest setupsofspace flight hardwarewith data logging, chamber/shakercontrol, and sensor installation.
Monitoranalog &electronicdatasourcesrecording legiblewritten data at incrementsspecific toprogram requirements.
Manipulate raw test data into plots, charts, or equivalent visual trending methodologies.
Troubleshoot & correct thermal data logger/sensormalfunctions.
Configure Thermaland Vacuum ports to accommodate unique electrical and mechanical test needs.
Performhelium leak detection methodologies to troubleshoot chamber issues.
Communicatetest statustofacilitateflawlesshandoff and overall test plancoordinationtofutureshifts.
Report to the Operations Managerand complete all job specific tasks given by him/her.
Assist Assembly, Integration, and Test operations on the production floor as directed by management.
Maintaina safe and clean working environment bycomplying withprocedures, rules, and regulations.
Minimum Qualifications:
Typically8+ years of related experience.
Experienced understanding of general best floor practices including safety and handling of Flight hardware.
Expertproficiencyusing basic test equipment, hand tools, electricalharnessingand mechanical fixturing.
Able to setup and support validation of special test equipment. Perform advanced test functions…
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