Development Test Technician (Starship Mechanisms) - Level 4/5

Hawthorne · 5+ years experience · Posted Sep 29, 2026

At a glance

Development test operations is a fast-paced R&D focused group that supports testing of the latest vehicle and spacecraft designs.
Test technicians work closely with test engineers to support fabrication, assembly, and operation of test stands and equipment.

Fabricate metallic piece parts to print using machine shop equipment: mill, lathe, etc
Assemble test equipment to print, including on-assembly fabrication operations: precision match drilling, welding, riveting, etc
Assemble large mechanical assemblies that require strategic part manipulation and heavy lift operations and equipment
Fabricate and assemble high-pressure pneumatic and hydraulic fluid systems, including bending/flaring/assembling of stainless steel and flexible tubing

Positive attitude and able to work well on a team
Able to work independently and efficiently with minimal supervision
Able to stay organized with strong attention to detail
Able to read mechanical and engineering drawings and interpret tolerances (including GD&T)
Able to read and interpret fluid or electrical schematics
Skilled with mechanical hand tools
Knowledge/experience with AN, MS, MP, and Swagelok fluid connections
Knowledge/experience with cryogenic systems (gaseous and liquid)

long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
potential discretionary bonuses
ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
401(k) retirement plan
short and long-term disability insurance
life insurance
paid parental leave
3 weeks of paid vacation
10 or more paid holidays per year