Science and Technology Corporation (STC) · 3 months ago
Flight Loads Lab Technician
EDWARDS, CA 93523 US (Primary)
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$99K/yr - $105K/yr
10+ years expScience and Technology Corporation (STC) is seeking a Flight Loads Lab Technician to provide advanced technical support for the Aerostructures Branch within NASA Armstrong’s Engineering and Technical Support Services contract. This role involves the setup, operation, maintenance, and documentation of mechanical, thermal, and structural test systems, ensuring reliable and accurate test execution for NASA’s flight research projects.
Information Technology
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Assemble and integrate mechanical test articles, including structural fixtures, load frames, and thermal test systems
Set up and operate hydraulic systems, including pumps, manifolds, servo valves, load cells, actuators, and associated instrumentation
Support cryogenic and gaseous nitrogen system operations, including plumbing, monitoring, and safety compliance
Install, configure, and operate radiant heating systems using quartz-lamp and graphite-element heaters, ensuring correct electrical and thermal configurations
Fabricate and install mechanical/electrical assemblies, load-train components, thermocouples, strain gauges, and data-acquisition wiring
Calibrate and verify instrumentation, including pressure transducers, load cells, and displacement sensors
Assist in test planning and documentation, ensuring setup configurations, load paths, and safety procedures comply with NASA and AFRC requirements
Operate, monitor, and maintain test control systems during static, dynamic, and thermal testing
Collect, record, and process test data, ensuring data integrity and accurate reporting
Support troubleshooting and maintenance of test fixtures, hydraulic systems, and electronic control hardware
Coordinate with engineers to implement modifications and improvements to test systems
Ensure compliance with safety protocols, PPE use, and environmental regulations per NASA and OSHA standards
Prepare technical and status reports documenting system configuration, calibration results, anomalies, and corrective actions
Qualification
Required
Master's Degree
U.S. Citizenship required (NASA facility access)
At least 15 years' experience and military technical school diploma or Associate Degree or greater, or
At least 20 years' experience, or
At least 10 years' experience and lead technician responsibilities in the assigned task(s)
Demonstrated proficiency in setup and operation of hydraulic and thermal test systems
Skilled in use of test-control and data-acquisition software, calibration procedures, and system troubleshooting
Strong understanding of mechanical structures, instrumentation wiring, and load-application principles
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and test plans
Effective written and verbal communication skills; ability to prepare reports and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams
Security Clearance Required: Secret
Preferred
Experience with NASA Armstrong or equivalent aerospace structural test facilities
Familiarity with LabVIEW, Omega, or similar control/data-acquisition systems
Experience applying and calibrating strain gauges and thermocouples
Proficiency with CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or Pro/E) for interpreting fixture layouts
Knowledge of cryogenic systems, thermal loading techniques, and aerospace materials testing
Soldering and crimping certifications (NASA-STD-8739 preferred)
Demonstrated ability to lead small technical teams or coordinate multi-disciplinary test efforts
Benefits
Direct contribution to NASA’s structural verification and flight-research missions.
Collaboration with NASA engineers, researchers, and industry partners on high-visibility projects.
Opportunities for career advancement into technical-leadership or systems-integration roles.
Work in a nationally recognized test facility supporting cutting-edge aerospace programs such as X-59 (Quesst) and future flight demonstrators.
Company
Science and Technology Corporation (STC)
Science and Technology Corporation is a defense & space company offering testing and evaluation services.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Adarsh Deepak
President & CEO
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