Spacecraft Test Engineer (Aerospace)

TL;DR

Spacecraft Test Engineer (Aerospace): Executing spacecraft integration and test flows for LEO satellite constellations with an accent on hardware qualification and production line setup. Focus on troubleshooting electronics hardware, performing PCBA acceptance tests, and managing complex environmental testing.

Location: San Jose, CA. Must be a U.S. person (Citizen, Green Card holder, etc.) due to ITAR/EAR regulations.

Salary: $123,000 - $139,000

Company

An end-to-end Space Systems Provider that designs, builds, and operates LEO satellite constellations delivering mission-critical Earth Intelligence.

What you will do

• Enable day-to-day execution of spacecraft integration and test flow.
• Investigate non-conformances to determine root cause.
• Set up production lines and qualify hardware test setups.
• Develop flight hardware, ground support equipment (GSE), and qualification test assets.
• Support electrical engineering during development and pre-production phases of hardware life-cycles.
• Perform bring-up and acceptance tests of PCBAs.

Requirements

• B.S. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in aerospace or a similar industry.
• Familiarity with programming and scripting languages (Python, Tcl, C++, SQL).
• Hands-on experience with electrical test equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies).
• Experience in environmental testing such as vibration, shock, thermal, burn-in, and TVAC.
• Must be a U.S. person as defined by U.S. Government export regulations (ITAR/EAR).

Nice to have

• Experience working in a Class 10k (ISO 7) cleanroom environment.
• Documentation and configuration management experience.
• Experience writing test plans and procedures with go/no-go judgment.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting electronics hardware and understanding PCB schematics.

Culture & Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401k retirement plan and competitive equity grants.
• Three weeks paid vacation for new employees and 12 paid holidays.
• Unlimited sick time and paid parental leave.