Component Test Engineer (Aerospace)

Location: Onsite at the office in Louisville, Colorado, United States. Travel up to 5%.

Salary: $80,000–$105,000 USD annually, plus bonus, equity, and benefits.

Company

hirify.global develops integrated quantum computing, networking, sensing, and security solutions, while its Capella business delivers secure spacecraft and mission-ready intelligence for national security and advanced sensing.

What you will do

• Develop and execute test plans and procedures for spacecraft components and systems.
• Maintain test scripts within an existing automation framework and perform functional and performance testing.
• Conduct environmental testing, including vibration, thermal, and TVAC testing.
• Analyze test data, recommend improvements, and troubleshoot issues with cross-functional teams.
• Participate in design reviews and provide input on testability.
• Maintain test equipment and facilities and develop electrical and mechanical ground support equipment.

Requirements

• Experience safely handling and operating spacecraft flight hardware.
• Electrical and software aptitude, including hands-on mechanical work, multimeter use, and Linux terminal operation.
• Methodical testing and problem-solving skills for complex systems.
• Experience performing safe and effective testing in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Must satisfy U.S. export-control requirements: be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, qualifying refugee or asylee, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations.

Nice to have

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical, aerospace, mechanical engineering, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in test engineering or a similar technical field.
• Experience with vibration, thermal, and TVAC testing; spacecraft subsystems; contamination- and ESD-sensitive environments.
• Python scripting and test automation experience.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative spacecraft production and test environment with close cross-functional work.
• Work-life balance supported alongside schedule flexibility during challenging delivery periods.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans with matching 401(k).
• Unlimited PTO, paid holidays, parental and adoption leave, legal insurance, and a home technology stipend.
• Culture emphasizing autonomy, productivity, respect, curiosity, resilience, and rigorous engineering.