Key Responsibilities

Test Strategy & Execution

• Develop comprehensive spacecraft test architectures aligned with mission requirements and platform capabilities
• Develop integration sequences, define test trees and establish validation checkpoints that synchronize with mission-critical timelines
• Be well versed with verification efforts across all spacecraft subsystems through deployment readiness
• Execute components, subsystems and full spacecraft environmental qualification campaigns

Technical Leadership

• Spearhead anomaly investigations, implementing systematic troubleshooting methodologies
• Direct junior test engineers while establishing technical standards and best practices
• Interface with cross-functional engineering teams to translate requirements into verification strategies
• Represent test engineering in design reviews and customer technical demonstrations

Test Systems Development

• Design, implement and maintain sophisticated test platforms including mechanical and electrical ground support equipment
• Establish and maintain environmental test capabilities (Thermal, Vacuum, Vibration, EMC/EMI)
• Develop automation frameworks that enhance test efficiency and repeatability
• Configure flight software test environments and hardware-in-the-loop simulation systems

Program Management

• Manage test asset allocation across multiple simultaneous spacecraft development programs
• Create and maintain detailed verification plans, procedures, and compliance matrices
• Generate technical documentation including test reports, anomaly assessments, and verification evidence
• Balance resource constraints while ensuring comprehensive test coverage

Qualifications and Skills

Education and Experience

• Bachelo's degree in Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering or related technical field
• 8+ years of direct spacecraft or high-reliability systems test experience
• Demonstrated proficiency in environmental test methods (thermal cycling, vacuum testing, vibration)
• Experience with electronic test equipment operation (oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, power supplies)
• Strong understanding of spacecraft architecture and subsystem interaction (Command & Data Handling, Power, Communications, Attitude Control)
• Proven ability to develop test procedures that validate complex functional requirements
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and analytical thinking
• Experience operating in cleanroom environments and handling flight hardware

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree (MS/PhD) in relevant engineering discipline
• 8+ years aerospace test engineering experience
• Expertise in test automation development and implementation
• Familiarity with RF testing methodologies and equipment
• Experience with spacecraft harness design review and testing
• Proficiency with 3D CAD systems for mechanical GSE development
• Knowledge of networking protocols relevant to spacecraft communication
• Experience with real-time embedded software testing
• Background in data acquisition system design and implementation

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of system integration, test automation, and verification tools.
• Familiarity with programming and scripting languages for test automation.
• Understanding of hardware-software co-verification and test data handling.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical, structured, and problem-solving mindset.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work in high-paced, collaborative environments.
• Creative, detail-oriented, and driven to meet mission and customer requirements.

Beneficial Experience/ Skills

• Master's or PhD in electrical, electronics, mechatronics, aerospace, or other engineering degree
• Experience with environmental testing, such as thermal vacuum or random vibration testing
• 8+ years of professional experience as a test engineer in the aerospace industry
• Strong understanding of satellite subsystems (CDH, ADCS, EPS, and COMM)
• Experience working in a clean room and with ESD-sensitive equipment
• Hands-on experience using electrical test equipment (PSU, Oscilloscope, DMM, etc.)
• Exposure to designing and implementing test systems for electronics
• Understanding of sensors, signal conditioning and data acquisition electronics
• Familiarity with spacecraft harness design and best practices
• Experience with 3D CAD software
• Experience with RF testing and hardware-in-the-loop testing
• Basic knowledge of networking