Impulse Space
Test Technician
M Street, Mojave, CA 93501
On-site · Full-time · $45–$55/hr (as posted)
First seen by offpeak October 6, 2026
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Note: This position qualifies for a Mojave differential pay
Responsibilities
- Fabricate, assemble, operate and maintain test equipment
- Perform testing operations on a variety of test equipment including pressurization and propellant systems
- Operate fluid and mechanical systems
- Maintain tools, service shop equipment, and stock consumables.
- Provide direct test support for rocket engine testing
- Perform Pneumatic and Hydro Proof testing
- Supports the shop standard of a clean and well-organized shop based on 5S regulations
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 5+ years of professional experience in aerospace or other relevant operations or test environment
- Experience with the safe operation of pressure, electrical, power and data acquisition systems
- Proficient with basic fabrication tools and processes (electric/pneumatic power tools)
- Ability to fabricate parts and assemblies from basic technical requirements
- Ability to be flexible and adapt to ever changing situations
- Capable of working in team and or solo environment
- Comfortable working outdoors year round
Preferred Skills and Experience
- Ability to work in a fast-paced demanding environment
- Attention to detail and accuracy while working within a fast-paced production environment
- Demonstrated experience with calibration/metrology of pressure, flow, temperature, and electrical test devices
- Perform pneumatic and hydro proof testing
- Build and maintain test facilities including propellant, high pressure, cryogenic, pneumatic and hydraulic systems
- Disassembly and precision cleaning of valves, regulators and other components
- Ability to read, understand and follow detailed schematics, drawings, P&ID’s and Instructions
- Perform fabrication, installation, and maintenance of fluid systems, Panels, and tubing
- Perform system level troubleshooting of test stand equipment and hardware
- Repairs and services high pressure hydraulic and gaseous systems
- Tubing fabrication- Bending, flaring, and installing tubes for multiple applications
- Work alongside engineers to build and maintain rocket motors, test articles, and execute procedures for hazardous operations
- Proficient with precision calibrated tools: torque wrenches, micrometers, calipers
- Ability to operate Warehouse Forklift, Telehandler, Boom lift
Additional Information:
Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan.
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Impulse Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.