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Optical Test Engineer II
Accepting applicationsImpulse Space · Redondo Beach, CA
Full-Time Mid_senior Armaiaterfsic
Posted
3d ago
Category
Test
Experience
Mid_senior
Country
United States
Department: Assembly, Integration & Test
Location: Redondo Beach
Compensation: $115,000 - $165,000 / year
Description
As an Optical Test Engineer at Impulse, you will be responsible for designing, procuring, assembling, and operating optomechanical test setups while working closely with a fast paced, agile team that produces high-performance spacecraft from clean sheet designs.
Responsibilities
Design and build optical, mechanical, and electrical systems in support of spacecraft optomechanical components
Fully own key test assets and major test programs while collaborating with wide ranging teams across the company
Coordinate with external vendors and contractors to meet project technical and schedule objectives
Perform test setup, hardware inspections, checkouts and troubleshooting as needed
Conduct test operations geared toward rapidly developing hardware for spaceflight
Resolve technical issues with innovative and resourceful solutions
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, optical, aerospace, electrical engineering or related field
3+ years of experience in hardware development testing
Strong engineering fundamentals in optical, mechanical, and electrical analysis
Prior hands-on operational experience working with test facilities
Previously demonstrated ownership of test stand design and build-up
Able to identify and procure appropriate test equipment
Proficient with data acquisition and control methods
Demonstrated ability of taking project ownership and working well in small teams
Preferred Skills and Experience
Advanced degree in Optical Engineering, Physics, or related discipline
4+ years of experience in hardware development testing
Demonstrated hardware testing experience with star trackers, cameras, lasers or other spacecraft optical components
Experience with Zemax OpticStudio, Code V, or similar optical modeling tools
Familiarity with environmental qualification testing for flight hardware
Prior experience with optical alignment and precision metrology
Experience in a startup or agile development environment
Additional Requirements:
Flexible schedule and willing to travel as needed
Additional Information:
Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan.
Impulse Space’s spacecraft manufacturing business is subject to U.S. export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). This position requires applicants to be either U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent U.S. resident (green card holder), an individual granted asylum in the U.S., or an individual admitted in U.S. refugee status) or persons eligible to obtain an export license from the U.S. Departments of State, Commerce, or other applicable U.S. government agencies. Learn more about the ITAR here.
Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Impulse Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
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Location: Redondo Beach
Compensation: $115,000 - $165,000 / year
Description
As an Optical Test Engineer at Impulse, you will be responsible for designing, procuring, assembling, and operating optomechanical test setups while working closely with a fast paced, agile team that produces high-performance spacecraft from clean sheet designs.
Responsibilities
Design and build optical, mechanical, and electrical systems in support of spacecraft optomechanical components
Fully own key test assets and major test programs while collaborating with wide ranging teams across the company
Coordinate with external vendors and contractors to meet project technical and schedule objectives
Perform test setup, hardware inspections, checkouts and troubleshooting as needed
Conduct test operations geared toward rapidly developing hardware for spaceflight
Resolve technical issues with innovative and resourceful solutions
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, optical, aerospace, electrical engineering or related field
3+ years of experience in hardware development testing
Strong engineering fundamentals in optical, mechanical, and electrical analysis
Prior hands-on operational experience working with test facilities
Previously demonstrated ownership of test stand design and build-up
Able to identify and procure appropriate test equipment
Proficient with data acquisition and control methods
Demonstrated ability of taking project ownership and working well in small teams
Preferred Skills and Experience
Advanced degree in Optical Engineering, Physics, or related discipline
4+ years of experience in hardware development testing
Demonstrated hardware testing experience with star trackers, cameras, lasers or other spacecraft optical components
Experience with Zemax OpticStudio, Code V, or similar optical modeling tools
Familiarity with environmental qualification testing for flight hardware
Prior experience with optical alignment and precision metrology
Experience in a startup or agile development environment
Additional Requirements:
Flexible schedule and willing to travel as needed
Additional Information:
Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan.
Impulse Space’s spacecraft manufacturing business is subject to U.S. export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). This position requires applicants to be either U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent U.S. resident (green card holder), an individual granted asylum in the U.S., or an individual admitted in U.S. refugee status) or persons eligible to obtain an export license from the U.S. Departments of State, Commerce, or other applicable U.S. government agencies. Learn more about the ITAR here.
Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Impulse Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
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