Senior Satellite Integration and Test Engineer

B.S. (4 year) in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or similar. * 8 years of experience testing hardware and software. * Experience in Integration and Test of satellite avionics hardware and/or flight software or related experience. * Experience reviewing requirements and writing detailed test procedures and associated test scripts. * Experience with test planning and execution. * Experience with testing software on target hardware. * Experience with testing avionics boxes and components. * Experience with ground/lab electrical support equipment and test equipment. * Experience with satellite or other space vehicle command and telemetry systems. * Self-Starter, ability to work in a fast-paced team environment and can communicate effectively. * This position requires access to US Export Controlled Information

Preferred Qualifications: * Familiar with Spacecraft Flight Software development and design. * Experience verifying Flight Software. * Experience handling Flight Hardware in a lab environment. * Experience with Spacecraft Flight Hardware and Software integration. * Experience writing automated tests. * Experience with one of the following ground software (command and telemetry) programs: COSMOS, InControl, MAXGDS or similar Command and Telemetry Software Systems. * Experience with MAX Flight Software. * Experience with program and design review process (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR). * Experience using VxWorks, or other RTOS. * Experience in C/C++, Python3, XML and scripting language (Linux Shells). * Experience with the Agile process. * Experience interacting with customer and managing customer needs. * Experience interacting with subcontractors. * Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite. * M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or similar.

Salary negotiations start at $120,000 401(k) United States, Colorado, Arvada Jun 09, 2026

Moog Advanced Programs (AP) West, a business unit of Moog Space and Defense, is looking for a Senior Satellite Flight Software Integration and Test Engineer to join our Space Vehicles team in Arvada, CO. Moog AP West specializes in passive and active vibration suppression/load alleviation products and services, spacecraft buses and sub-systems, spacecraft and payload structure and propulsive accommodations, and precision motion control.

The Space Vehicles team is rapidly growing and comprises a cross-disciplinary group of industry veterans and young talent alike. The focus is on the development of satellite buses, Orbital Maneuvering Vehicles (OMVs), space tugs, and more. The team is a tight-knit group of collaboration-oriented professionals that welcome others looking to work on multi-faceted, complex problems as a team.

This position has a primary focus of Flight Hardware and Software Integration and Test Engineering. The role includes the following: Develop a detailed understanding of all avionics hardware and software that comprise a space vehicle’s avionics/electrical system; Write test procedures and test plans; Create scripts for test procedures and automated test; Execute Test Procedures and Scripts to verify that an assembled space vehicle will meet customer needs; Review requirements and design documents; Interface with System Engineers and Software Developers; Install and configure Flight Hardware and Software.

The Arvada, CO location is nestled in the foothills of the front range, just west of Denver. The office is a 10-minute drive from downtown Golden and Downtown Arvada and is an easy commute from most of the Denver Metro area. Colorado offers year-round outdoor activities and is a melting pot of cultures.