Hardware-In-The-Loop Lead - Blue Ring

About the role

The role is part of the In-Space Systems business unit, which is focused on addressing two of the most compelling challenges in spaceflight today: space infrastructure and increasing mobility on-orbit. As part of a hardworking team of engineers and specialists, you will lead a team and own the development, build, and checkout of high-fidelity Blue Ring integration and test environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, build, integration and checkout of Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) test environments
• Define testbed requirements by working across multi-disciplinary teams to ensure HIL fidelity and interface definitions
• Own the hardware and software architecture of the testbed, including real time simulation infrastructure, emulators, and Electronic Ground Support Equipment (EGSE)
• Communicate test bed status, risks, and milestone readiness to program leadership
• Maintain configuration control of all HIL hardware, software, and models
• Plan and execute testbed test campaigns supporting program milestones
• Define HIL Test Procedures and Processes with a focus on automation
• Coordinate with flight software, systems engineering, and mission operations to ensure test coverage of nominal and fault scenarios
• Track Open anomalies and drive closure with appropriate subsystem Responsible Engineers
• Manage a team of engineers and technicians to build and operate the testbed
• Develop and maintain the HIL roadmap aligned with the vehicle development schedule
• Evaluate emerging simulation and emulation technologies for applicability to the test program

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related technical field
• 8+ years of experience in hardware-in-the-loop, system level test, and/or vehicle integration and test
• Demonstrated experience leading complex test campaigns with flight or flight-like hardware in a systems integration environment
• Hands-on experience with real-time simulation platforms and hardware interface design (serial, discrete, analog, MIL-STD-1553, SpaceWire, Ethernet, CAN, or similar)
• Working knowledge of avionics architectures, flight software interfaces, and embedded systems
• Proven ability to lead technical teams and coordinate across disciplines in a fast-paced development environment
• Ability to work flexible hours during critical test campaigns
• Experience defining test requirements and procedures from system level specifications
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• 5+ years of experience in systems integration
• Experience with launch vehicle, spacecraft, or other aerospace systems
• Familiarity with simulation model fidelity
• Experience with automated test frameworks and data analysis tools
• Previous lead or management experience within a test organization

Pay

Base Pay Range for WA applicants is $145,188.00 - $203,263.20. Other site ranges may differ.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Short and long-term disability
• 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%
• Education Support Program
• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays

Schedule

Travel expected up to 25% of the time.