Test Technician

Costa Mesa · Costa Mesa, CA (OC-00) · USD 37-49 · 3+ years experience · Full-time · Posted Sep 30, 2026

At a glance

We are looking for a Dev Test Technician to join our rapidly growing team in Costa Mesa, CA.
In this role, you will be responsible performing hardware testing on a variety of systems and structures.
This will require the ability to setup and run various testing equipment.

Member of an interdisciplinary team capable of executing static, dynamic, fatigue, thermal and vibration testing
Test items ranging from small integrated electronics systems to whole aircraft fuselages and large structures
Operate and maintain thermal chambers, vibration tables, data acquisition systems and structural testing equipment as needed to execute test objectives
Build test equipment and execute test procedures to inform and validate design decisions
Support critical hardware demonstrations with customers as needed
Travel to test sites as needed

3+ years of professional experience in a engineering technician capacity or similar
Experience with environmental chamber equipment, vibration qualification testing, and/or battery discharge testing
Experience with wire harnessing, electrical layout, and enclosure build out
Familiarity with basic AC/DC power (single-phase, three-phase)
Experience in preparing and executing test procedures with high levels of attention to detail
Demonstrated hands-on fabrication and assembly skills
Instrumentation installation and checkout experience (strain gauge application, sensor calibration, thermocouple install, cable harness assembly, etc.)
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, demanding, flexible team environment
Ability to work 2nd shift hours
Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities

5+ years of professional experience in a engineering technician capacity or similar
Familiarity with DAQ system setup and collection
Familiarity with electro-mechanical systems such as motors, computers, and power systems
Familiarity with hydraulics and hydraulic actuators
Experience with machining, sheet metal fabrication, welding, and 3D printing
Demonstrated sense of drive and ability to work in cross-functional teams effectively
Eligible for a US security clearance

Highly competitive equity grants included in the majority of full time offers
Top-tier benefits for full-time employees supporting health, recovery, and whatever comes next

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