49 test operator jobs at 32 companies in Tehachapi, CA
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Test Technician
Mojave, California, United States
$30-$45/hrOnsiteFull Time
Impulse Space: Developing in-space transportation services and orbital transfer vehicles.
5+ YOEHigh school diploma, 5+ years aerospace or test operations experience, safe operation of pressure/electrical/power/data acquisition systems, fabrication tool proficiency, ability to fabricate parts, work outdoors, and support rocket engine testing.
data acquisition systems, electric power tools, pneumatic power tools, Warehouse Forklift, Telehandler, Boom lift, torque wrench, micrometer, caliper
Principal Test Conductor / Senior Principal Test Conductor
Palmdale, California, United States
$104k-$194k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Northrop GrummanNYSE: NOC: Develops and manufactures advanced aerospace, defense, and space systems.
5+ YOEPlan, coordinate, and execute integration and production tests for unmanned aircraft; troubleshooting, test readiness, data analysis, and liaison across engineering and operations; ability to obtain US Secret clearance.
JT4NYSE: AMTM: Provides engineering and technical support for military test ranges.
10+ YOEExtensive flight test experience with test planning and control-room operations; ability to lead control-room teams, develop test materials, qualify for government security clearance, valid state driver's license, and U.S. citizenship required.
Northrop GrummanNYSE: NOC: Designs and manufactures advanced aerospace and defense systems.
9+ YOEBS in STEM with 9+ years (or MS with 7+) test engineering/ground operations experience; active Secret clearance; ability to obtain SAP/PAR; willingness to work non‑standard shifts and overtime; manage test personnel and operations.
Tullahoma or Valparaiso or Huntsville or Edwards Air Force Base or Dayton
OnsiteFull Time
Canvas: Provides engineering and technical services for national defense missions.
Provide systems engineering, flight test planning and execution for hypersonic programs, develop safety documentation, coordinate range operations, perform post‑flight telemetry analysis, and author technical reports.
2+ YOE2+ years heavy equipment operation; valid driver's license; clean driving record; ability to pass a drug test; willingness to work outdoors in varying weather; maintain vehicle licensure/certifications.
Lockheed MartinNYSE: LMT: Designs and manufactures global security and aerospace systems.
US citizen with Secret clearance, Bachelor's in engineering, experience in flightline/flight test operations and aircraft systems, able to coordinate pre/post-flight activities, author technical documents, and work extended hours/weekends.
Autonomic Logistics Information System (ALIS), JSF, PDM, JDL, VAS
Propulsion Test Engineer III, Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL)
Lancaster or Edwards Air Force Base
$121k-$169k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Blue Origin: Develops reusable rockets and systems for human spaceflight.
5+ YOE5+ years engineering experience, B.S. in engineering, proven propulsion test and data-analysis experience, ability to read P&IDs, strong written/verbal communication, and commitment to safe operations.
NIKA: A that provides government-focused facilities operations and management services.
Current wastewater operator certification (Level I or higher) from applicable states; willingness to obtain TI/DI within 60 days; U.S. citizenship; ability to obtain security clearances for bases; testing for wastewater certification within 60 days; experience with similar projects.
Science and Technology Corporation: Provides scientific, engineering, and technical services to government agencies.
20+ YOEBachelor’s degree in Engineering or Physical Science; 20+ years engineering experience with 5+ years in leadership roles; strong flight test and airworthiness knowledge; DoD/NASA experience preferred; U.S. citizenship and Secret clearance.
Modern Technology Solutions: An employee-owned engineering services delivering test, evaluation, modeling, simulation, and digital transformation capabilities for national defense and security.
5+ YOE4+ Mgmt5+ years planning/executing developmental or operational flight tests, 4+ years as mission commander/test director/air boss, 4+ years instructor/evaluator, STEM bachelor's required, active Top Secret clearance with SCI/SAP eligibility, US citizenship, 20% travel.
Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.: Provides engineering, technology, and cybersecurity services for national security.
5+ YOE4+ Mgmt5+ years in planning/executing developmental or operational flight tests, 4+ years as mission commander/test director for large-force events, 4+ years as instructor/evaluator in tactical weapons systems, STEM bachelor's required, active TS/SCI with SAP/SCI eligibility, U.S. citizenship.
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems: Designs and manufactures unmanned aircraft and radar systems.
9+ YOE3+ MgmtBachelor's in technical field or equivalent, 9+ years progressive manufacturing experience with 3+ years leading personnel; strong airframe/avionics knowledge, project management, analytical and communication skills; ability to obtain DoD clearance; US citizenship required.
Aircraft Maintenance Controller (Flight Test & Operations)
Mojave, California, United States
$58-$76/hrOnsiteFull Time
Stratolaunch: Provides air-launched hypersonic testbeds for high-speed flight testing.
5+ YOEFAA A&P preferred, 5+ years aircraft maintenance experience (flight test/experimental preferred), proficiency with maintenance tracking and Microsoft Project/Visio/Office, strong troubleshooting and coordination skills.
Microsoft Project, Visio, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Office
Icarus: Builds solar-powered aircraft for stratospheric intelligence and connectivity.
3+ YOE3+ years hands-on UAS/RC/aircraft operations or equivalent military experience; ability to set up, preflight, operate, recover, and troubleshoot aircraft; comfort with ground control station software and Linux; willing to travel to remote test sites.
SA Recycling: Recycles and processes ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metal.
Manually sort and process scrap metal, lift 50+ lbs, operate yard equipment, pass medical physical and drug test, and comply with safety and environmental rules.
metal shears, band saw, wire strippers, yard equipment, hand tools, PPE
CommonSpirit Health: Large non-profit healthcare system providing hospital and medical services.
Active California clinical lab scientist credential required, English proficiency, ability to operate lab equipment, follow procedures, and perform quality-controlled diagnostic testing.
The Home DepotNYSE: HD: Operates retail stores selling home improvement and construction products.
Evaluating and repairing small engines, outdoor power equipment, and handheld electrical devices; supporting tool rental operations and customer service; maintaining tool inventory and performing quality tests.
Trust Antelope Valley Subaru: Automotive dealership offering new and used Subaru vehicles.
High school diploma or equivalent, valid driver’s license, ability to operate manual and automatic vehicles, pass background/MVR/drug test, work outdoors, and be authorized to work in the USA.