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Test Technician

Impulse Space

Mojave, CA, USA

USD 30-45 / hour + Equity

Posted on Jun 6, 2026

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As a Test Technician at Impulse Space, you will own all aspects of test equipment implementation and operation while working closely with a fast paced, agile team.

Department: Assembly, Integration & Test
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Mojave
Workplace type: Onsite
Compensation: $30.00 - $45.00 / hour

Responsibilities

Fabricate, assemble, operate and maintain test equipment
Perform testing operations on a variety of test equipment including pressurization and propellant systems
Operate fluid and mechanical systems
Maintain tools, service shop equipment, and stock consumables.
Provide direct test support for rocket engine testing
Perform Pneumatic and Hydro Proof testing
Supports the shop standard of a clean and well-organized shop based on 5S regulations

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalency certificate
5+ years of professional experience in aerospace or other relevant operations or test environment
Experience with the safe operation of pressure, electrical, power and data acquisition systems
Proficient with basic fabrication tools and processes (electric/pneumatic power tools)
Ability to fabricate parts and assemblies from basic technical requirements
Ability to be flexible and adapt to ever changing situations
Capable of working in team and or solo environment
Comfortable working outdoors year round

Preferred Skills and Experience

Ability to work in a fast-paced demanding environment
Attention to detail and accuracy while working within a fast-paced production environment
Demonstrated experience with calibration/metrology of pressure, flow, temperature, and electrical test devices
Perform pneumatic and hydro proof testing
Build and maintain test facilities including propellant, high pressure, cryogenic, pneumatic and hydraulic systems
Disassembly and precision cleaning of valves, regulators and other components
Ability to read, understand and follow detailed schematics, drawings, P&ID’s and Instructions
Perform fabrication, installation, and maintenance of fluid systems, Panels, and tubing
Perform system level troubleshooting of test stand equipment and hardware
Repairs and services high pressure hydraulic and gaseous systems
Tubing fabrication- Bending, flaring, and installing tubes for multiple applications
Work alongside engineers to build and maintain rocket motors, test articles, and execute procedures for hazardous operations
Proficient with precision calibrated tools: torque wrenches, micrometers, calipers
Ability to operate Warehouse Forklift, Telehandler, Boom lift

Additional Information:

Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Impulse Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

About Impulse Space

Impulse Space, the in-space transportation company founded by Tom Mueller, is opening access beyond Low Earth Orbit (LEO) with its fleet of in-space transportation vehicles. The high-energy Helios vehicle unlocks orbits beyond LEO with its powerful Deneb engine, dropping off payloads in MEO, GEO, heliocentric, lunar, and other planetary orbits. The flight-proven Mira vehicle uses a nontoxic, high-impulse chemical propulsion system to offer orbital transport, constellation deployment, and precision reentry services to customers throughout LEO. Led by a team that delivered the most reliable rockets in history, Impulse provides economical and efficient in-space transportation by reliably and rapidly getting customers where they want to go.

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Our Hiring Process

Stage 1:

Application Received

Stage 2:

Resume Review

Stage 3:

Intro Phone Interview

Stage 4:

Technical Phone Interview(s)

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