> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3534202-test-engineer-compute-payload-starmind](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3534202-test-engineer-compute-payload-starmind). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md).

---

# Test Engineer, Compute Payload (Starmind)

- **Company:** Space Exploration Technologies Corp.
- **Location:** United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, Computer Aided Three-Dimensional Interactive Application (CATIA), SolidWorks (CAD), Integration Tests
- **Published:** October 1, 2026
- **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/18492816?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F18492816%2FTest-Engineer-Compute-Payload-Starmind-Texas-Bastrop

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
 * 1+ years of experience in a manufacturing or test environment via professional work experience, project/research-based student experience, or a combination of both

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

 * Demonstrated experience working in a highly adaptive and iterative environment
 * Experience with integration and testing of propulsion, thermal, electrical and/or structural systems
 * Experience transitioning products from design to manufacturing and test validation, and scaling to high volume as part of a cross-functional team
 * Proficiency in NX/CATIA/SolidWorks or any industry standard CAD design tools
 * Experience with process qualifications
 * Ability to design tooling for high-volume manufacturing
 * Demonstrated experience implementing automation into test processes
 * Experience working with and defining requirements for ERP, MRP, and MES systems
 * Knowledge and experience with testing of pressurized fluid/gas systems
 * Experience with instrumentation and data acquisition

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

 * Must be available to work extended hours and weekends as needed
 * Ability to lift up to 25lbs.
 * Ability to travel for short and extended trips as needed - up to 15% travel
 * This position is very hands-on and requires one to be on their feet for extended periods of time, up to 4 hours at a time
 * Will often work side by side with our technicians and must be able to climb ladders, stoop, bend, crawl, and work in tight spaces

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

 * To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. * 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. * 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

## Description

* Design and implement test processes which seamlessly integrate into electro-mechanical assembly line with rapid iteration
 * Manage physical infrastructure of test integration and operations
 * Interface with engineers, specialists and technicians to optimize testing operations
 * Collaborate with the mechanical design team and end users to incorporate designs for test optimization
 * Lead development tests ensuring incremental milestones for the production ramp are met
 * Track manufacturing system key metrics around rate, cost, and quality
 * Identify tooling and hardware requirements, design and implement them into production processes. Rapidly iterate by evaluating non-conformances to determine root cause and drive test optimization