Test Technician

About magniX: Based in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, magniX builds solutions for the electric age, applying its aerospace-grade batteries, power electronics, power distribution, electric engines, and software to mission-critical applications across data centers, energy storage, defense, mobility, space, and aerospace. Built on an 800-volt architecture, magniX technology delivers industry-leading energy density, cycle life, and safety, and magniX electric engines have powered more than 200 flights across six different airframes, where the company remains the industry leader. As magniX extends its aerospace-grade standards into new markets, we are building a commercial organization to match, and are now ready to take our technology and products to market. Be part of a passionate team that is ushering in the electric age.

About the role: The T est Technician at magniX is a hands-on member of the test team who builds, instruments, and runs the tests that support electric powertrain engineering validation, certification testing to FAA standards, production acceptance testing, and improvements to the performance of the electric powertrain once in the field. Working from test plans and work instructions, they will set up test articles, operate the dynamometer, propeller, and battery test rigs, and keep the test facilities safe, calibrated, and ready to run.

Primary Responsibilities

• Set up, run, and tear down tests on electric propulsion units (EPUs) and energy storage systems following approved test instructions
• Operate the dynamometer, propeller, and battery test cells, including high-power HVDC sources and supporting electrical equipment
• Install, wire, and check out instrumentation and data acquisition systems, including thermocouples, accelerometers, pressure transducers, and current and voltage sensors, and keep calibrations current
• Build test fixtures, wiring harnesses, and cables, and fabricate and modify test hardware
• Monitor tests in progress, respond to abnormal conditions, and record observations and test data
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and help upgrade the test cells, test equipment, and support systems such as cooling and power distribution
• Complete as-run test records, test logs, and nonconformance reports within a quality management framework, and support FAA conformity inspections of test articles and setups
• Follow high-voltage, rotating machinery, and battery safety practices, including lockout/tagout
• Support EPU integration into flying test beds and support flight test activities
• Work occasional rotating shifts when required to meet the team’s goals

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree, technical certificate, or military training in electrical, electronics, mechanical, or aviation maintenance technology, or equivalent experience
• 4+ years of hands-on experience as a test, electrical, electronics, or mechanical technician
• Wiring, soldering, crimping, and harness building skills, with the ability to read electrical schematics and mechanical drawings
• Strong mechanical aptitude and proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and electrical test equipment such as multimeters

Preferred Qualifications

• IPC/WHMA-A-620 certification, IPC J-STD-001
• Experience working with high-voltage DC systems, batteries, or other high-power electrical equipment
• Experience testing electric motors, aerospace gas turbine or piston engines, or battery systems
• Experience operating dynamometer or propeller test cells
• Experience installing instrumentation and operating data acquisition systems such as HBM, National Instruments, or similar
• Experience working within an aerospace quality system, including FAA conformity inspections
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certificate

Location: Applicants must be willing and able to commute to magniX's location in Everett, Washington.

Compensation & Benefits

• 100% company-paid premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance (for employees & dependents).
• 4 weeks paid vacation + 1-week annual end-of-year shutdown, sick time, and 11 paid holidays.
• 401K retirement plan with industry leading 9.5% company contribution.
• Company paid Life insurance, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance
• Catered lunches and quarterly company fun-day events!

Salary Range:$40-$46 hourly

E-Verify: magniX utilizes E-Verify for employment eligibility verification

Pre-employment Screenings: Employment with magniX is contingent upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment requirements including a background screen.

Export Control Compliance: This position may require access to export-controlled data. To meet export control compliance requirements, candidates must be a “U.S. Person” (U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, refugees, or asylees), or an appropriate export authorization by the U.S. Government may be required prior to such access. Employment, and the continuity of employment of non-U.S. persons, is contingent upon the company’s ability to secure and maintain the necessary export control authorization.

EHS/Environmental Requirements: This job operates in a manufacturing and testing environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely is required to use hands to keyboard, communicate, listen to, and interpret instructions and remain stationary for extended periods of time. This would require the ability to move around the facility and occasionally move/lift items weighing up to 25 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Applicants are invited to apply for a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential duties of the job.

Required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment): Required PPE provided by magniX based on the employee’s position and exposure. Below are typical PPE used on the manufacturing and testing floor:

• Ear Plugs - Earmuffs
• Safety shoes
• Safety Glasses - Safety Goggles

Diversity and Inclusion: magniX is an equal opportunity employer. We value and embrace diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, age, or disability status.