K2 Space
Environmental Test Technician
Los Angeles, CA +1 · Full-time · Posted Jul 9, 2026
- Location
- Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles - Experience
- 5+ years of environmental testing; aerospace industry experience preferred.
- Visa sponsorship
- Must be a “U.S. person” as defined by ITAR or otherwise eligible for a federally issued export control license.
About the job
Executes and oversees environmental test campaigns for satellite components and systems, supporting spacecraft development and the setup of the environmental test lab.
What you'll do
- Program, instrument, and operate environmental test equipment for thermal, vacuum, vibration, and mechanical testing.
- Collaborate with engineers on test planning, fixture design, measurements, data analysis, and troubleshooting.
- Maintain test equipment and lab inventory, perform preventative maintenance, and support manufacturing as needed.
What they ask for
- Experience conducting and leading thermal vacuum, vibration, shock, and thermal cycling tests for aerospace components.
- Experience setting up and executing complex environmental tests with minimal supervision.
- Ability to work autonomously and make real-time decisions during testing.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted and willingness to work overtime and weekends as needed.
Nice to have
- Experience in a fast-paced production development environment, with in-space electro-mechanical assemblies, or with basic machining or fabrication.
- Familiarity with MES platforms such as SpaceX Warp Drive or similar systems.
Pay
$32 – $45 USD per hour base pay
Tools
MES, SpaceX Warp Drive, NI DAQ, Keysight
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