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Otto Aerospace · 5 months ago

Lead Technician, Materials - Processes - Structural Test

Fort Worth, Texas - Hybrid

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Otto Aviation is developing the world’s first fifth-generation business jet focused on sustainability through advanced aerodynamics and composite materials. The Lead Technician – Materials, Processes, and Structural Test will support structural and materials testing, manage lab operations, and mentor junior technicians to ensure compliance and efficiency in testing activities.

AerospaceAir Transportation

No H1B

Responsibilities

Manufacture and inspect composite test articles in accordance with engineering drawings, process specifications, and quality standards

Assemble structural equipment and test setups, including fixturing, load paths, and support structures for static and fatigue testing

Set up and execute structural and materials tests, including static, fatigue, and environmental per test plans and procedures

Install and verify instrumentation such as strain gauges, thermocouples, and displacement sensors

Operate test equipment including hydraulic actuators, load frames, data acquisition systems, and environmental chambers

Perform real-time monitoring and post-test data reduction to deliver clean, traceable datasets to engineering teams

Support FAA conformity inspections and maintain documentation for test article traceability

Lead daily lab operations, including equipment readiness, calibration checks, and safety compliance

Mentor and train junior technicians in test procedures, instrumentation techniques, and lab best practices

Collaborate with engineers to troubleshoot test setups and ensure test objectives are met

Maintain lab cleanliness, organization, and inventory of tools, fixtures, and consumables

Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to test efficiency, safety, and data quality

Qualification

Composite specimen fabricationTest instrumentation installationData acquisition systemsStructural testingHydraulic systemsFAA conformity processesMechanical aptitudeOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsTeamworkProblem solvingSelf-motivationCritical thinking

Required

Associate's degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology or related field, or equivalent hands-on experience

5+ years' experience in an aerospace-related structural or materials test lab

Ability to interpret engineering drawings, test plans, and technical procedures

Proficiency in installing and troubleshooting test instrumentation (including bonded skin gages) and data acquisition systems

Demonstrated experience in composite specimen fabrication, layup, curing, and inspection

Strong mechanical aptitude, as well as experience with fixturing and test rig assembly

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Strong communication and leadership skills with a collaborative mindset

Continuous learning mindset

Active Listening: Strive to gain insight and truly understand all project stakeholders

Critical Thinking: Make prompt, informed, value-based decisions

Organization: Focus on agenda, schedules, frameworks, and methodologies, as well as communicating tasks, updates, progress, and blockers

Problem Solving: Assess issues from different vantage points to formulate the best solution

Self-Motivation: Demonstrate the highest level of commitment and drive to see projects through

Teamwork and Team Building: Contribute to a collaborative culture where people with unique personalities and skills work together effectively and hold themselves accountable to shared goals

Strong Business Communication: Use professional language and tone in all forms of communication