Test Conductor

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
This is a Contract position based out of Edwards Air Force Base, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $57.68/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Edwards Air Force Base,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 28, 2025.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

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.