Sr. Integration & Testing Engineer
About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Integration and Test Engineer specializing in testing spaceflight hardware systems and Electrical Ground Support Equipment (eGSE). As a crucial member of the engineering team, you will lead the integration and testing efforts for cutting-edge spaceflight systems, ensuring their functionality, reliability, and performance in challenging environments. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including design, systems engineering, and manufacturing, to develop and validate innovative technologies that enable the success of space missions.
Responsibilities
- Lead the integration of complex spaceflight hardware systems, subsystems, and components, ensuring compliance with interfaces, design specifications, and requirements.
- Define and execute detailed integration plans and processes to ensure seamless assembly and operation of mechanical, electrical, and software subsystems.
- Develop comprehensive test plans, scripts, procedures, and verification strategies for spaceflight hardware and eGSE across various stages of the product lifecycle.
- Conduct and oversee environmental tests, functional tests, acceptance tests, qualification tests, and performance evaluations in accordance with industry standards.
- Lead fault isolation and troubleshooting activities to identify and resolve complex system-level issues.
- Specify, design, and validate eGSE required for the integration and testing of spaceflight hardware, including power systems, communication interfaces, and automated test systems.
- Ensure hardware and software elements of eGSE meet mission requirements and provide reliable support for ground and flight testing.
- Analyze test results, generate detailed technical reports, and provide feedback to engineering and design teams for iterative improvements.
- Present findings and recommendations effectively to internal and external stakeholders, including customers and leadership.
- Ensure all testing and integration activities comply with industry regulations, standards (e.g., NASA, ESA, and other relevant agencies), and company processes.
- Maintain meticulous documentation of system design, integration processes, test procedures, test data, and reports.
- Engage Program Management, other functional engineers, and technicians in integration and testing activities.
- Collaborate across engineering teams, fostering a culture of innovation, rigor, and teamwork.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
- 7+ years of experience in system-level integration, testing, and verification of spaceflight hardware or other complex aerospace systems.
- In-depth knowledge of space hardware systems, including propulsion, avionics, structures, power systems, and thermal control.
- Proficiency in developing, validating, and operating Electrical Ground Support Equipment (eGSE), including hardware/software integration.
- Strong understanding of environmental testing standards and processes, including thermal vacuum, vibration, shock, EMI/EMC, and acoustic testing.
- Proven expertise in troubleshooting and root cause analysis for complex systems.
- Familiarity with industry standards and regulations for spaceflight systems (e.g., NASA, ESA, ISO, MIL-STD).
- Hands-on experience with test automation tools, data acquisition systems, and analytical software (e.g., MATLAB, LabVIEW, Python).
- Excellent technical documentation and communication skills.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a TS clearance.
BS 5-7 Years, MS 3-5, PhD 0-2 years of relevant experience.
Pay
This position offers a projected compensation range of $85,175.25 to $148,103.23. Final salary or hourly rate may vary based on differentiating factors such as relevant work experience, skills, geographic location, education, certifications, and Federal Government Contract Labor categories.
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Pay
- Short Term and Long-Term Disability
- Retirement and Savings plans
- Learning and Development opportunities
- Wellness programs
- Other optional benefit elections