Test Technician

Element has an opportunity for a Test Technician to join our team. As a Test Technician, you will be responsible for building and running a diverse set of test programs which test the physical limits of aerospace hardware. Whether it involves intentionally bursting hydraulic lines, to fire testing fuel pumps, or contaminating pneumatic valves, there is a tremendous variety and intrigue in the work performed at our location.

Element is a world renowned Aerospace Testing Company with clients such as Boeing, SpaceX and Blue Origin.

At Element our shared purpose of 'Making tomorrow safer than today' is what brings us together. We are energized by our ambition to make the world a better place and create a safer future. This is what sets us apart from the crowd.

Salary: $28- $35/hr DOE

Build and operate Hydraulic, Pneumatic, and Mechanical Test Stands

• Run a variety of unique tests based on customer requirements

• Working on a variety of different tasks each and every day with limited routine work

• Perform equipment maintenance, upkeep of the laboratory, and purchasing of equipment

• Handling a variety of Fuels and Oils

• Interact periodically with customers

• Work with little direct supervision

Physical Demands:

• Frequency of required physical force: Moderate
• Lifting requirements: lifting <50 lbs. often and >50 lbs. on occasion
• Ability to stand on feet for long periods of time

Is this job for me?

This is a fast-paced environment, and we need someone who is proactive, self-motivated and a team player. The person for this role is one who is respected by those they work with, keen to learn and enthusiastic in the face of challenge.

Fabrication skills (Metal Working, Carpentry, Plumbing, etc.) that will translate in unique ways to testing
Mechanical ability (Air Conditioning/Automotive/Marine/Maintenance experience)
Electronics Experience (480/120VAC and 24VDC) preferred
Instrumentation Experience (Pressure/Flow/Temperature sensors) preferred
Comfortability with Microsoft Excel and frequent computer usage
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry
Bring Toolbox to the job with essential tools.

Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to 'Make tomorrow safer than today'.

When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access.

While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development.

Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization.

At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming "the world's most trusted testing partner".

All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.