Test Technician (Aerospace)

Location: Mojave, United States; onsite

Compensation: $45.00–$55.00 per hour, with a Mojave differential pay.

Company

hirify.global develops in-space transportation vehicles and propulsion systems for orbital transport, constellation deployment, precision reentry, and other missions beyond Low Earth Orbit.

What you will do

• Fabricate, assemble, operate, and maintain test equipment for aerospace testing.
• Perform pressurization, propellant, pneumatic, hydraulic, and hydro proof testing.
• Provide direct test support for rocket engine testing and hazardous operations.
• Build, install, maintain, and troubleshoot fluid systems, panels, tubing, test stands, and related hardware.
• Maintain tools, service shop equipment, consumables, and a clean 5S-organized shop.
• Work alongside engineers to build and maintain rocket motors and test articles.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• 5+ years of professional experience in aerospace or a relevant operations or test environment.
• Experience safely operating pressure, electrical, power, and data acquisition systems.
• Proficiency with fabrication tools and processes, including electric and pneumatic power tools.
• Ability to fabricate parts and assemblies from technical requirements and work independently or as part of a team.
• Must be eligible to work with U.S. Government-controlled space technology under ITAR regulations, including U.S. citizenship, U.S. lawful permanent residence, protected individual status, or required Department of State authorization.

Nice to have

• Calibration and metrology experience with pressure, flow, temperature, and electrical test devices.
• Experience with cryogenic, pneumatic, hydraulic, high-pressure, and gaseous systems.
• Ability to read schematics, drawings, P&IDs, and detailed instructions.
• Experience with precision tools, tubing fabrication, valve and regulator cleaning, and system-level troubleshooting.
• Ability to operate a forklift, telehandler, or boom lift.

Culture & Benefits

• Fast-paced, agile work environment supporting aerospace test operations.
• Full-time hires may be eligible for long-term incentives in the form of stock options.
• Medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• Access to a 401(k) retirement plan.
• Year-round outdoor work may be required.

Hiring process

• Application review and resume screening.
• Introductory and technical phone interviews.
• Onsite interview followed by an offer.