Technician IV

Job Title: Technician IV
Location: Onsite – Westminster, CO
Duration: 6‑Month Contract-to-Hire
Pay Range: $35.07/hr – $45.39/hr
Security Clearance: None
Work Schedule: Standard 40-hour workweek with flexibility for extended hours, alternate shifts, and weekends (OT not mandatory)

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Technician IV to support test and development activities for complex hardware systems. This position involves hands‑on work with box‑level hardware, PWA testing, thermal/vacuum environments, GSE, troubleshooting, and execution of test procedures. Candidates should have strong technical documentation skills, a proactive learning mindset, and the ability to support test operations with minimal supervision.
Aerospace/defense industry experience is not required—candidates from any industry are welcome if their experience aligns with the technical needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform box‑level integration, vibration testing, thermal testing, TVAC testing, PWA testing, and post‑delivery activities.
• Conduct functional, performance, and environmental testing on flight and EDU hardware.
• Execute DMM continuity checks, Cirris testing, and test procedure setup and execution.
• Assemble PWA and box‑level hardware following IPC/WHMA‑A‑610 Space Addendum, J‑STD‑001, and related standards.
• Assemble test cables and ESTE/GSE equipment in accordance with IPC/WHMA‑A‑620 Space Addendum.
• Troubleshoot hardware issues involving design, workmanship, or component-level failures.
• Perform rack configuration changes, connector mating/demating, and wiring checks.
• Record and evaluate test data; identify and report out‑of‑tolerance conditions.
• Use test software/scripts to operate as a test conductor, send commands, and monitor telemetry.
• Provide daily/weekly status updates including progress, blockers, and estimated timelines.
• Ensure compliance with safety, ESD, FOD, and tool control procedures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and support a positive, productive work environment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proficiency with oscilloscopes (O‑scopes), DMMs, function generators, and power supplies.
• Ability to read and interpret complex electrical drawings, wire lists, and redline documentation.
• Experience testing PWAs and box‑level hardware.
• Ability to troubleshoot down to the component level.
• Strong documentation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience handling flight hardware and following associated protocols.
• Familiarity with fabricating or reworking cables, chassis, racks, and test aids.
• Ability to operate test software and analyze telemetry.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote).
• Normal color vision; corrected 20/20 vision acceptable.
• Ability to comply with all safety and hardware handling requirements.

Preferred Skills

• GSE certifications
• Experience with PWA, TVAC, and environmental testing
• Flight hardware experience
• Rack configuration and test setup experience
• Strong troubleshooting background
• Leadership capability and willingness to mentor/train others
• Ability to take on new responsibilities and learn quickly

Required Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent and 4+ years of related technical experience
• • OR higher-level degrees (Bachelor’s/Master’s) may substitute for experience (2 years per degree).
• Demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions at the expected grade level.

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