# Test Technician

**Company**: Shield AI
**Work arrangement**: onsite
**Experience**: senior
**Job type**: full-time
**Salary**: Pay within range listed
**Category**: Engineering
**Industry**: Defense

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## Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Test Technician to support the fabrication, instrumentation, and testing of X-Bat.

This role is ideal for a hands-on builder who thrives in dynamic environments, has deep experience working with test stands, understands precision instrumentation techniques, and has a background in machine shop operations, 3D printing, and product prototyping.

You will be a key contributor in helping bring cutting-edge designs to life, playing a vital role in everything from early-stage prototype development to detailed testing and validation of final assemblies.

## Responsibilities:

- Construct and assemble large-scale structures and test articles in alignment with engineering drawings and CAD models.

- Support the design, prototyping, and fabrication of new products, R&D initiatives, and flight-ready hardware.

- Maintain accurate records of test equipment configurations and device designations across all projects.

- Work with aerospace-grade materials and perform structural repairs using industry-standard techniques and tools.

- Fabricate fixtures, machine brackets, and execute rapid modifications on prototype hardware as needed.

- Install strain gauges, thermocouples and various sensors according to precise instrumentation schematics.

- Route cabling, integrate data acquisition systems, and verify sensor calibration and operational status.

- Conduct mechanical testing by applying static and dynamic loads per detailed engineering procedures.

- Document test outcomes clearly and report anomalies or irregularities in a timely manner.

- Ensure a clean, organized, and safe workspace across shop, lab, and composite work areas.

- Contribute to ongoing improvements in instrumentation standards, testing procedures, and fabrication workflows.

- Source and manage inventory for parts and equipment needed for component repair or replacement.

## Required qualifications:

- 3+ years of experience in fabrication or aerospace-grade instrumentation.

- Strong background in strain gauge installation and sensor wiring.

- Hands-on experience in machine shop operations, including manual and/or CNC tools.

- Ability to read engineering drawings, schematics, and detailed work instructions.

- Comfortable working in shop and lab environments with exposure to noise, dust, and chemicals.

- Ability to lift and move parts and equipment (up to 50 lbs.) and perform physical work for extended periods.

## Preferred qualifications:

- Familiarity with mechanical testing systems (e.g., load frames, DAQ systems).

- Experience in aerospace, automotive, defense, or high-performance prototyping environments.

- Knowledge of adhesives, fasteners, and bonding processes for composite-to-metal interfaces.

- Able to work independently and adapt quickly to changing technical needs.

- Hands-on experience performing MIL-STD testing including vibration, shock, thermal testing.

## Additional Information

Full-time regular employee offer package: Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity

Temporary employee offer package: Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)

Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.

## Skills

### Required
- fabrication
- aerospace-grade instrumentation
- strain gauge installation
- sensor wiring
- machine shop operations
- CNC tools
- engineering drawings
- schematics

### Nice to have
- mechanical testing systems
- DAQ systems
- load frames
- aerospace
- automotive
- defense
- high-performance prototyping
- MIL-STD testing

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