Senior System Test Engineer – Mechanisms and Test Scripts

About the role

We are seeking an action-oriented engineer with intellectual curiosity who is excited to challenge themselves by testing spaceflight hardware. This position focuses on testing the flight mechanisms for both Payload and Space Vehicle programs.

Responsibilities

• Verify hardware requirements and characterize/calibrate performance in cleanroom and lab environments.
• Write, review, update, and execute test procedures and scripts.
• Collaborate with ground systems, simulators, and flight/non-flight software teams to implement efficient test scripts.
• Develop a detailed understanding of spacecraft mechanisms and their control electronics.
• Support mechanism testing at both the payload and space vehicle levels of integration.
• Prepare technical documentation and deliver presentations to peers, management, and customers.
• Collaborate with system engineers, mission assurance, technicians, and other program personnel.
• Utilize test and measurement equipment to troubleshoot spaceflight hardware.
• Maintain detailed test logs and generate comprehensive test reports.
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company.
• Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

On-Site Work Environment

This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.

Technical Skills (Required)

• Experience testing and troubleshooting mechanisms, electro-mechanical systems, or control systems.
• Experience writing and executing test plans.
• Proficiency in scripting and programming (e.g., Python or Ruby).
• Experience with software configuration management systems (e.g., Git or SVN).
• Familiarity with spacecraft command and control systems, simulators, software test benches, and EGSE.
• Knowledge of test automation and analysis tools, such as MATLAB.
• Proficiency in MS Office tools.

Soft Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• A high attention to detail.
• The ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• A BS in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field.