Antares

Overview

Antares is on a mission to make clean energy abundant from Earth to the Asteroid Belt by developing advanced nuclear energy solutions. As a Test Technician I / II, you will work closely with Test Engineers to build and maintain test infrastructure for the R1 reactor, ensuring high data quality and operational uptime.

Responsibilities

• Build, assemble, and maintain test rigs, fixtures, and support equipment for R1 components and subsystems.
• Install and route instrumentation including thermocouples, pressure transducers, strain gauges, flow meters, relays, solenoid valves, and electrical wiring.
• Set up and operate data acquisition systems, sensors, and control hardware.
• Execute tests following established procedures and document conditions, results, anomalies, and operator observations.
• Support the Test Engineer in developing test setups, executing test campaigns, and improving procedures.
• Fabricate brackets, mount points, plumbing, wiring harnesses, and mechanical components.
• Maintain test areas, equipment, tools, and safety systems to ensure a clean and safe working environment.
• Participate in troubleshooting of test stand issues including mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation problems.
• Assist in root cause investigations by documenting failures, inspecting hardware, and gathering data for engineering review.
• Maintain accurate records of test configurations, instrument calibrations, hardware changes, and run logs.
• Support procurement, receiving, and organization of test components, sensors, and consumables.

Requirements

• HS Diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience as a test technician, engineering technician, lab technician, or similar technical role.
• Experience assembling mechanical systems, test fixtures, or prototype hardware.
• Experience with instrumentation integration (thermocouples, pressure transducers, strain gauges, etc.).
• Familiarity with data acquisition systems and basic test software.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, and work instructions.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and experience with hand tools and shop tools.
• Ability to work safely around high-energy systems, heavy equipment, and complex test setups.

Additional Information

• Ability to work long hours and weekends as necessary to support critical milestones.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Standing, climbing, bending, grasping, pulling, pushing, and carrying are required to perform job functions.
• Location: Torrance, CA in a new facility with easy access to major freeways.