Firefly Aerospace

Test Operations Technician

Firefly Aerospace

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Briggs • Texas • United States

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Assembly

About the role

  • Execute and oversee rigorous testing of flight and ground support hardware, including hydraulic, pneumatic, proof, leak, and electrical assessments.
  • Collaborate closely with engineering teams to develop, document, and refine comprehensive test procedures for a variety of testing conditions and setups.
  • Assist in the design, fabrication, and assembly of test fixtures, stands, and specialized equipment to meet testing specifications and requirements.
  • Coordinate with test engineers and management to effectively plan daily test activities, proactively manage technical risks, and support adherence to operational schedules.
  • Perform precision assembly of complex flight systems, following technical documentation, CAD models, and structured work orders.
  • Enhance safety and operational efficiency through regular audits and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Deliver technical support at the launch pad, encompassing the preparation, testing, and validation of flight hardware and support systems to ensure they are operationally ready.
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and address issues, conduct final inspections, verify the launch pad configuration, and ensure all systems meet safety standards for a successful launch.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate
  • 3+ experience working in an aerospace, manufacturing, military or automotive environment
  • High attention to detail
  • The ability to self-start, bringing clarity to uncertain situations, building trust, fostering positive and professional relationships, and supporting an inclusive culture
  • Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds
  • Ability to stand for extended period of times and work in a test stand environment.
  • Basic computer skills, including experience using Microsoft Office and Outlook
  • Ability to travel 15% of the time to support launch operations.
Benefits
  • generous health, dental and vision plans with low plan deductibles
  • parental leave
  • educational reimbursement
  • short term disability
  • flexible PTO options
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
testing procedureshydraulic assessmentspneumatic assessmentsproof assessmentsleak assessmentselectrical assessmentsprecision assemblytechnical documentationCAD modelstest fixtures
Soft Skills
high attention to detailself-starterbuilding trustfostering positive relationshipssupporting inclusive cultureadaptabilityproblem-solvingcollaborationcommunicationcontinuous improvement
Certifications
high school diplomaequivalency certificate