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Responsibilities Lead test activities, coordinating between engineering, operations, and support teams to ensure smooth execution of milestones. Develop, review, and approve test procedures, work instructions, checklists, and readiness reviews in compliance with program requirements. Conduct pre-test readiness assessments to verify personnel, equipment, and resources meet operational standards. Direct teams during test operations, ensuring adherence to protocols, safety standards, and schedules. Monitor and interpret test data in real time, identify anomalies, and lead troubleshooting and corrective actions. Maintain detailed logs of activities and prepare test reports summarizing results and conclusions. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure designs are testable and validate system/component performance. Support risk assessments, hazard analyses, and other safety-related initiatives tied to test processes. Promote continuous improvement by recommending enhancements to test efficiency and effectiveness. Basic Qualifications • Bachelor's degree with at least 5 years of experience in integration, testing, or assembly of mechanical hardware; or Master's degree with at least 3 years of experience; or High School Diploma/GED with 9 years of experience. Demonstrated experience with test procedures, data analysis, and troubleshooting mechanical/electrical systems. Strong knowledge of test methodologies, instrumentation, and safety protocols. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to create technical documentation and communicate across diverse teams. Ability to work in environments requiring Level B PPE, including supplied air line systems, for hazardous operations. Comfortable working in clean rooms, outdoor test facilities, and laboratory environments. Valid driver's license. U.S. citizenship required. Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance. Preferred Qualifications Experience conducting tests on liquid propulsion engines and systems. Familiarity with hypergolic propellants. Knowledge of regulatory standards and safety practices (e.g., OSHA, CFR, ITAR compliance). Hands‑on experience with hardware and instrumentation setup, including sensors, data acquisition systems, and monitoring tools. Job Type & Location Contract position based out of Edwards Air Force Base, CA. Workplace Type: fully onsite position in Edwards Air Force Base, CA. Pay and Benefits Pay range: $50.00 – $57.68 per hour. Benefits (subject to eligibility and may change): Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long‑term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, vacation or sick leave) Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Nov 28, 2025. Equal Opportunity Statement The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr TEKsystems

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