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Test Technician III (B Shift)

Kent, WA 98032

Posted: 01/27/2025 Employment Type: Contract Department: Blue Origin - Contract Job Number: 30030 Industry: AERO - Aerospace

Job Description

Position Title: Test Technician III (A Shift)

Position Description: Protingent has a contract opportunity for a Test Technician with our client in Kent, WA.

Job Responsibilities:
  • Provide mentorship and instruction to Jr. technicians on accurate test methods and vibration control installation techniques.
  • Conduct hands-on environmental stress screening (thermal, vibration, and pressure) on flight hardware according to company procedures.
  • Assist with the installation, operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of vibration tables, thermal chambers, pressure systems, and DAQ equipment including PT’s, TC’s, voltage, and current mass flow meters.
  • Coordinate with test engineers and engage with management on daily test activities.
  • Maintain cleanliness and perform maintenance on machines, equipment, and work areas according to 5S standards and maintenance programs.
  • Set up and operate fast-paced systems safely.
  • Manage multiple test projects concurrently while supporting operational schedules.
  • Configure test setups, fixtures, and instrumentation according to test plans and standards.
  • Identify, communicate, and mitigate cost, schedule, and technical risks.

Job Qualifications:
  • 5-10 years of environmental test experience or competence in Vibration, Shock, or Specification Performance.
  • Outstanding organizational skills, including work prioritization, scheduling, and providing succinct status reports.
  • Ability to self-start, find clarity in ambiguous situations, earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
  • Knowledge and experience in manufacturing and test processes and procedures.
  • Familiarity with data acquisition systems, data analysis, and data processing.
  • Experience with drawings, shop orders, and detailed work instructions.
  • Experience with electronic, hydraulic, and pneumatic test equipment.
  • Proficiency with software systems, databases, and the Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Physical ability to climb ladders and stairs and lift and carry up to 50 lbs. for limited durations.

Desired Job Qualifications:
  • Associate or technical degree in a relevant field.
  • Experienced in test equipment design and fabrication from Engineering Development to manufacturing implementation.
  • Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems, Non-conformance systems, Ticketed request systems, and order scheduling systems.
  • Experience using and maintaining calibrated equipment.
  • Familiarity with GSE/Fittings.
  • Ability to apply test instrumentation and control components such as pressure transducers, thermocouples, RTDs, strain gauges, accelerometers, flow meters, load cells, relays, and solenoid valves.
  • Ability to read and understand mechanical and electrical schematics and reports.
  • Familiarity with National Instruments, Dewesoft, or Arduino (LabVIEW / Test Stand).

Job Details:
  • Job Type: Contract
  • Location: Kent, WA
  • Pay Rate: $55.44/hr.
  • ITAR obligations are associated with this role, U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a) (1), (3) is required.

Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, 2 insurance plans (100% paid for employee only - HDHP plan, and a buy-up POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO) and an administered 401k plan.

About Protingent: Protingent is a niche provider of top Engineering and IT talent to Software, Electronics, Medical Device, Telecom and Aerospace companies nationwide. Protingent exists to make a positive impact and contribution to the lives of others as well as our community by providing relevant, rewarding and exciting work opportunities for our candidates.

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