Test Operations Technician IV

ABOUT FIREFLY AEROSPACE Firefly Aerospace is a space and defense technology company that enables our world to launch, land, and operate in space – anywhere, anytime. As the partner of choice for critical space missions, Firefly is the only commercial company to launch a satellite to orbit with 24-hour notice and the only company to achieve a successful Moon landing. Our launch vehicles, lunar landers, and orbital vehicles provide government and commercial customers with full mission services from low Earth orbit to the Moon and beyond.

Headquartered in north Austin, Texas, Firefly is looking for passionate, hardworking innovators to join our team and help fuel our successful trajectory into space.

Summary Join a dynamic, hands-on team where you’ll be at the heart of testing launch vehicles, components, and supporting launch day operations at the launch pad. Here, your work isn’t just a job; it’s a direct line to shaping the future of space exploration. You'll be integral to manufacturing, instrumenting, and testing mission-critical hardware that drives Firefly’s ability to launch, land and orbit!

Your dedication and precision will ensure safe, repeatable spaceflight. As a Test Technician, you’ll work side by side with engineers on high-stakes test operations, standing up flight hardware on test stands and fixtures that push the very limits of science. This is where raw materials become spaceflight and individuals become Fireflies.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Execute and oversee rigorous testing of flight and ground support hardware, including installation of instrumentation, proofing, leak checks, and electrical component validation.

Collaborate closely with engineering and technician leadership teams to develop, document, and refine comprehensive test and instrumentation installation and check out procedures for an array of test articles.

Assist in the design, fabrication, and assembly of test harnessing, fixtures, stands, and specialized equipment to meet testing specifications and requirements.

Develop specialized instrumentation training for cross training of Test Technician team members.

Perform precision assembly of complex flight systems, following technical documentation, CAD models, and work instructions.

Enhance safety and operational efficiency through regular audits and continuous improvement initiatives.

Deliver technical support at the launch pad, encompassing the preparation, testing, and validation of flight hardware and support systems to ensure they are operationally ready. Work closely with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and address issues, conduct final inspections, verify the launch pad configuration, and ensure all systems meet safety standards for a successful launch.

QUALIFICATIONS Required

Minimum 5 years of experience working in an aerospace, manufacturing, military or automotive environment

Expertise with any of the following instrumentation:
Resistance Temperature Devices (RTDs), strain gages, thermocouples, load cells, displacement transducers or pressure transducers.

Training and/or experience in basic operation of an oscilloscope & multimeter, soldering wires & connectors, operation of various crimping tools, wire stripping, ohm’s law, continuity testing, pinning out a military type connector, routing & tie wrapping cables

High attention to detail

The ability to self-start, bringing clarity to uncertain situations, building trust, fostering positive and professional relationships, and supporting an inclusive culture

Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Ability to stand for extended period of times and work in a test stand environment.

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