Spacecraft Integration & Test Engineer - CONTRACT

We are seeking an experienced Spacecraft Integration & Test (I&T) Engineer to support the development, execution, and troubleshooting of electrical and functional testing activities for spacecraft components, subsystems, and fully integrated spacecraft., * Develop, review, and execute test procedures for spacecraft components, subsystems, and integrated spacecraft, including electrical checkout, optical, RF communications, propulsion, guidance, navigation and control (GN&C), and thermal systems.

• Perform safe-to-mate verification, initial power-on, functional testing, and electrical system validation.
• Operate and maintain Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE), including power supplies, electronic loads, digital multimeters (DMMs), oscilloscopes, vector network analyzers (VNAs), spectrum analyzers, telemetry receivers, and modems.
• Review and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, interconnect drawings, and component specifications to support integration and testing.
• Troubleshoot electrical and system-level anomalies, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Generate test reports, document results, track test metrics, and maintain accurate test records.
• Support spacecraft environmental testing, integration activities, and verification against system requirements.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and systems teams to resolve technical issues and improve test processes.
• Support test automation, scripting, and spacecraft ground system operations.
• Ensure testing activities comply with established aerospace quality standards, safety procedures, and cleanroom protocols.
• Provide occasional support for overnight, weekend, or off-hours testing based on program requirements.

The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with spacecraft-level testing, electrical ground support equipment (EGSE), test procedure development, and anomaly resolution. This role requires a solid understanding of spacecraft electrical systems, test automation, and integration processes, along with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced aerospace environment., * Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related technical discipline.

• 5+ years of relevant experience in spacecraft integration and testing, electrical testing, or aerospace systems engineering.
• Hands-on experience developing and executing spacecraft or subsystem-level test procedures.
• Strong knowledge of electrical and electronics testing, troubleshooting, and fault isolation.
• Experience operating laboratory and EGSE equipment such as oscilloscopes, DMMs, power supplies, electronic loads, and RF test instruments.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical specifications.
• Experience documenting test results, investigating failures, and supporting corrective action processes.
• Working knowledge of Linux environments and scripting languages such as Python.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, technical documentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% and occasionally support testing outside standard business hours.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with spacecraft ground control and test systems such as COSMOS/OpenC3 or InControl.
• Familiarity with Epsilon 3 for test procedure development, management, and execution.
• Experience with spacecraft environmental testing, including thermal and other qualification or acceptance testing.
• Knowledge of AS9100 aerospace quality management standards and industry best practices.
• Experience with spacecraft-level electrical integration and functional verification.
• Hands-on experience designing, integrating, or operating FlatSat and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testbeds.
• Experience conducting root cause investigations using methodologies such as 5 Whys and Ishikawa (Fishbone) analysis.
• Familiarity with spacecraft cleanroom operations, contamination control, and ESD protection procedures.
• Experience with requirements analysis, verification planning, and test method development.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Microsoft 365 applications.
• Demonstrated technical leadership, adaptability, and a proactive approach to resolving complex engineering challenges.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The successful candidate is a hands-on spacecraft test engineer who can independently develop test procedures, configure and operate test equipment, execute spacecraft electrical checkouts, and troubleshoot complex system-level issues.

They should be comfortable working directly with spacecraft hardware, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and supporting critical integration and test milestones while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and technical accuracy.

Key Technical Skills

Spacecraft Testing: Spacecraft I&T, Electrical Checkout, Functional Testing, Safe-to-Mate, Environmental Testing, Requirements Verification

Test Equipment: EGSE, Oscilloscopes, DMMs, Power Supplies, Electronic Loads, VNA, Spectrum Analyzers, RF Test Equipment

Software & Tools: Python, Linux, OpenC3/COSMOS, InControl, Epsilon 3, Microsoft Office

Systems & Processes: FlatSat, Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL), GN&C, RF Communications, AS9100, Root Cause Analysis, Cleanroom Operations

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance