Sr. Systems Test Engineer

Airbus U.S. is looking for an enthusiastic and creative Systems Test Engineer to develop solutions for satellite integration and test. We’re looking for candidates who can bring exceptional engineering skills and strong experience in aerospace programs to the team., The Systems Engineer’s primary responsibility will be contributing to the development of Airbus U.S.’s satellite systems. Being at the cutting edge of space technology, we need someone who is eager to learn, grow, and take on new and potentially unfamiliar challenges. There is no shortage of fascinating problems to solve.

• Deliver regular progress updates and test reports to key stakeholders.
• Develop and execute various tests pertaining to the Airbus US satellite platforms, including ARROW platform to meet customer requirements:
• Lead the Integration and Test Phase for Systems Engineering through development of test requirements, designing test methods, and following through test execution.
• Create test plans for various levels of assembly. Includes functional, environmental, compatibility.
• Develop and interact with the Flatsats and other I&T means.
• Develop sequences that demonstrate compliance with various interface specifications at both the subsystem and satellite, and systems level.
• Support the development of subsystem level requirements and requirement flow-down to the other components.
• Participate in cross-functional planning, coordination, and task execution.
• Perform initial diagnostics and troubleshooting of flight hardware and ground support equipment (GSE).
• Act as a communication bridge between Airbus U.S. engineering and operations teams.
• Develop and implement detailed test strategies.
• Document test results meticulously, highlighting anomalies or defects encountered., * Vision: able to see and read computer screen and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents.
• Hearing: able to hear to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds including safety warnings or alarms.
• Equipment Operation (personal computer, telephone, copies, fax machine, and related office equipment and using electronic identification card to enter building floors and internal doors): able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment.
• Carrying: able to carry documents, electronic equipment and/or supplies up to 20lbs/9kg.
• Lifting: able to lift documents, electronic equipment and/or supplies up to 20lbs/9kg.
• Sitting: able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on computer.
• Squatting / Kneeling: able to occasionally squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items shelved on bottom shelves.
• Standing: able to stand for long periods of time.
• Walking: able to walk through office and outside areas including uneven surfaces.

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM (Science, Technical, Engineering, Math) or related scientific areas.
• Preferred: Master’s in STEM (Science, Technical, Engineering, Math) or related scientific areas.

Experience:

• A minimum of 8 years with a Bachelor’s degree, or 6 years with a Master’s degree.
• Prior experience within the aerospace or defense industries is required.
• Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to work independently in a dynamic, customer-facing environment.

Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities:

• Proficiency with various I&T engineering tools and processes.
• Familiarity with spacecraft qualification and acceptance testing.
• Familiarity with elements of space mission architectures extending beyond the satellite platform - including launch, flight operations, mission CONOPS, user interfaces, etc.
• Communicate in a clear and concise manner effectively across multiple levels.
• Be team-minded and ready to work in a multi-functional and multi-cultural, fast-moving and complex/technical environment.
• Flexible attitude and strong initiative.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver results.

Airbus U.S. Space & Defense, Inc offers advanced solutions to meet the most complex U.S. defense, security, space, and intelligence requirements. Celebrating over 50 years in the US, we remain a trusted government partner, leveraging world-class satellite, laser communication, rotor and fixed wing solutions to help our national security, defense and space focused customers meet their missions.

Airbus U.S. looks to employ a commitment driven team, dedicated to enabling our customer’s mission success. We are committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment and a welcoming and engaging staff. With competitive compensation and superior employee benefits, as well as a commitment to fostering individual career growth, Airbus U.S. is the place where top talent wants to work.