Avionics Test Engineer

About the role

The Avionics Test Engineer will play a key role in testing avionics systems and components across both hardware and software, including environmental qualification activities. This role focuses on developing hardware-in-the-loop test equipment, creating and executing test plans and procedures, and troubleshooting test failures to ensure reliable, flight-ready avionics for an advanced space plane program.

Responsibilities

• Support comprehensive testing of avionics systems and components at both hardware and software levels, including environmental qualification testing.
• Develop hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) test equipment and test benches to validate avionics performance and reliability.
• Create detailed test plans and procedures that cover component-level and system-level testing requirements.
• Execute tests according to established plans and procedures, carefully documenting results and observations.
• Troubleshoot test failures and anomalies, identify root causes, and propose corrective actions in collaboration with engineering teams.
• Use scripting tools and languages, such as LabVIEW and Python, to automate tests, data collection, and analysis.
• Apply environmental and electrical qualification standards, including RTCA-DO-160 and MIL-STD-461, to ensure compliance of avionics hardware.
• Collaborate closely with the avionics team and other engineering disciplines to integrate test results into design improvements and verification activities.
• Maintain organized test documentation, including test reports, configurations, and traceability to requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of test methodologies, tools, and processes to enhance test coverage and efficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an accredited university.
• At least 8 years of experience in engineering, with a focus on testing of electronic or avionics systems.
• Hands-on experience with component-level and system-level testing of complex hardware and software systems.
• Proficiency in developing and using hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) test equipment and test benches.
• Experience in test plan and test procedure development for avionics or similar systems.
• Strong LabVIEW and/or Python development skills for test automation and data analysis.
• Experience applying environmental and electrical qualification standards such as RTCA-DO-160 and MIL-STD-461.
• Ability to troubleshoot test failures, analyze data, and identify root causes in a structured and systematic manner.

Qualifications

• Experience working in avionics, aerospace, or other safety-critical domains.
• Familiarity with scripting for automated testing and report generation.
• Strong documentation skills and attention to detail in recording test setups, procedures, and results.
• Able to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Commitment to safety and quality in all testing activities.

Skills

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of relevant industry standards and regulations.

Benefits

If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $75.00 - $85.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.