Test Technician II (B Shift)

Job Description

Position Title: Test Technician II (B Shift)

Position Description: Protingent has a contract opportunity for a Test Technician with our client in Kent, WA.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide mentorship and instruction to Jr. technicians on accurate test methods and vibration control installation techniques.
• Conduct hands-on environmental stress screening (thermal, vibration, and pressure) on flight hardware according to company procedures.
• Assist with the installation, operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of vibration tables, thermal chambers, pressure systems, and DAQ equipment including PT’s, TC’s, voltage, and current mass flow meters.
• Coordinate with test engineers and engage with management on daily test activities.
• Maintain cleanliness and perform maintenance on machines, equipment, and work areas according to 5S standards and maintenance programs.
• Set up and operate fast-paced systems safely.
• Manage multiple test projects concurrently while supporting operational schedules.
• Configure test setups, fixtures, and instrumentation according to test plans and standards.
• Identify, communicate, and mitigate cost, schedule, and technical risks.
  
  
  

Job Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of environmental test experience or competence in Vibration, Shock, or Specification Performance.
• Outstanding organizational skills, including work prioritization, scheduling, and providing succinct status reports.
• Ability to self-start, find clarity in ambiguous situations, earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
• Knowledge and experience in manufacturing and test processes and procedures.
• Familiarity with data acquisition systems, data analysis, and data processing.
• Experience with drawings, shop orders, and detailed work instructions.
• Experience with electronic, hydraulic, and pneumatic test equipment.
• Proficiency with software systems, databases, and the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Physical ability to climb ladders and stairs and lift and carry up to 50 lbs. for limited durations.
  
  
  

Desired Job Qualifications:

• Associate or technical degree in a relevant field.
• Experienced in test equipment design and fabrication from Engineering Development to manufacturing implementation.
• Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems, Non-conformance systems, Ticketed request systems, and order scheduling systems.
• Experience using and maintaining calibrated equipment.
• Familiarity with GSE/Fittings.
• Ability to apply test instrumentation and control components such as pressure transducers, thermocouples, RTDs, strain gauges, accelerometers, flow meters, load cells, relays, and solenoid valves.
• Ability to read and understand mechanical and electrical schematics and reports.
• Familiarity with National Instruments, Dewesoft, or Arduino (LabVIEW / Test Stand).
  
  
  

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract
• Location: Kent, WA.
• Pay Rate: $46.20/hr.
• ITAR obligations are associated with this role, U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C.
• 1324b(a) (1), (3) is required.
  
  
  

Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, 2 insurance plans (100% paid for employee only - HDHP plan, and a buy-up POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO) and an administered 401k plan.

About Protingent: Protingent is a niche provider of top Engineering and IT talent to Software, Electronics, Medical Device, Telecom and Aerospace companies nationwide. Protingent exists to make a positive impact and contribution to the lives of others as well as our community by providing relevant, rewarding and exciting work opportunities for our candidates.