Test Engineer II

About the Role

At CesiumAstro, we develop and pioneer out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We are seeking a Test Engineer II to join our dynamic and cross-functional team. In this role, you will design and execute test plans and equipment for space and airborne electronics, working closely with multi-disciplinary teams to address company-wide hardware test needs.

Responsibilities

• Design test plans for board-level electronic assemblies, collaborating with design engineers.
• Execute tests in the electronics lab, including functional testing, digital signal integrity verification, and power converter control loop measurements.
• Perform multi-board assembly testing, such as functional testing of complex phased array systems.
• Design test fixtures or equipment, including custom PCBs for test or integration purposes.
• Plan integration of multiple prototype modules.
• Assemble complex test setups, working with design engineers and technicians.
• Troubleshoot and debug hardware issues.
• Evaluate and document test results, presenting them to key stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science (BS) or higher degree in Electrical Engineering or similar from an accredited university.
• 2 years of relevant industry or research experience covering several of the listed responsibilities.
• Programming or scripting experience (e.g., Python, LabVIEW, SQL, MATLAB, Embedded C).
• Experience designing and executing test plans for custom board-level electronics.
• Hands-on experience with lab instruments (e.g., digital oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, RF signal generators, vector signal analyzers).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Qualifications

To conform with U.S. Government Space Technology Export Regulations, applicants must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, conditional resident, asylee, refugee, or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Preferred Qualifications

• Industry experience in test engineering, such as internships.
• Programming or scripting experience, particularly Python.
• Board-level hardware design experience.
• Aerospace industry experience.
• EMI/EMC test design and execution experience.
• Understanding of RF and mixed-signal hardware (e.g., amplifiers, filters, ADCs/DACs, antennas).

Benefits

• Company stock options.
• Generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life, disability, and retirement plans.