Lead Development Test Technician (Starship Structural Test) - 1st Shift
Core
Lead a small team in Starship structural testing operations, focusing on GSE support, equipment maintenance, and troubleshooting high-pressure systems.
Role type
Senior IC lead development test technician (structural test)
Builds
Starship structural test stands and integrated system installations
Domain
Aerospace / High-pressure mechanical systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
High-pressure system handling, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment maintenance, mechanical aptitude, heavy equipment operation, rigging techniques, blueprint reading, GSE fabrication and repair, instrumentation troubleshooting, hazardous system knowledge (cryogenic, flammable, hypergolic, pyrophoric), precision measuring, mechanical/electrical schematic interpretation
Preferred skills
Aerospace industry experience, A&P license, borescope inspection expertise, NPT and A/N fittings knowledge, low-voltage wiring troubleshooting, formalized mechanical training
Technologies
Pneumatic systems, hydraulic systems, forklifts, cranes, borescope equipment, power tools, hand tools
Responsibilities
Hand out work assignments based on priorities, enforce safety and workmanship standards, act as liaison between employees and management, coach and mentor team members, provide GSE support (building, installing, maintaining, troubleshooting), maintain and repair equipment and instrumentation, collaborate with design engineers to document testing activities, develop process improvements to streamline testing operations
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership responsibilities