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Test Engineer
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Full-Time Mid_senior PythonRFaiaterf
Posted
3d ago
Category
Test
Experience
Mid_senior
Country
United States
System Spacecraft Test Engineer
$130,000 – $180,000
Full-time | On-site | San Jose, CA
Company Overview
Our client designs, builds, and operates advanced small satellite systems to support turnkey space missions in Earth observation, communications, in-orbit demonstrations, and exploration. With a collaborative engineering culture and global infrastructure, they are pushing the boundaries of space technology to deliver high-performance systems for both commercial and government customers.
Position Summary
We’re seeking a System Spacecraft Test Engineer to join a hands-on, mission-driven team ensuring spacecraft are ready for launch and on-orbit success. In this role, you’ll develop and execute system test plans, automate test procedures, and perform data analysis on spacecraft hardware. You’ll collaborate with design engineers, project managers, and customers to define test strategies, troubleshoot anomalies, and drive continuous improvement of test operations from subsystem delivery through launch.
This is an opportunity to work at the intersection of test engineering, systems integration, and automation on complex, high-reliability spacecraft systems.
Key Responsibilities
Develop comprehensive system test plans and procedures to verify spacecraft performance from subsystem delivery through launch
Perform, automate, and analyze spacecraft system tests; present results and feedback to engineering teams
Ensure test plans meet evolving system requirements and mission characteristics
Troubleshoot anomalous test results, identify defects, and support root-cause resolution
Collect or design necessary support equipment and automate test procedures to improve efficiency
Document test changes, results, and issues with high attention to detail
Drive continuous improvement in test processes while ensuring hardware and personnel safety
Minimum Qualifications
B.S. or M.S. in Engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Software), Math, Physics, or related field
5+ years of experience testing complex systems, ideally spacecraft or similarly high-reliability hardware
Experience with RF systems
High proficiency in test automation or Python programming
Ability to interpret and follow system documentation accurately
Hands-on experience with hardware testing and diagnostic tools such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, power sources, spectrum analyzers, and modems
Strong communication and collaborative problem-solving skills
U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency (Green Card) required under export control regulations
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with mission assurance practices
Experience with spacecraft manufacturing or high-volume production environments
Background in electrical or software design
Proficiency with Python libraries such as pandas for test data analysis
Experience automating tests with spectrum analyzers, power meters, or modems
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$130,000 – $180,000
Full-time | On-site | San Jose, CA
Company Overview
Our client designs, builds, and operates advanced small satellite systems to support turnkey space missions in Earth observation, communications, in-orbit demonstrations, and exploration. With a collaborative engineering culture and global infrastructure, they are pushing the boundaries of space technology to deliver high-performance systems for both commercial and government customers.
Position Summary
We’re seeking a System Spacecraft Test Engineer to join a hands-on, mission-driven team ensuring spacecraft are ready for launch and on-orbit success. In this role, you’ll develop and execute system test plans, automate test procedures, and perform data analysis on spacecraft hardware. You’ll collaborate with design engineers, project managers, and customers to define test strategies, troubleshoot anomalies, and drive continuous improvement of test operations from subsystem delivery through launch.
This is an opportunity to work at the intersection of test engineering, systems integration, and automation on complex, high-reliability spacecraft systems.
Key Responsibilities
Develop comprehensive system test plans and procedures to verify spacecraft performance from subsystem delivery through launch
Perform, automate, and analyze spacecraft system tests; present results and feedback to engineering teams
Ensure test plans meet evolving system requirements and mission characteristics
Troubleshoot anomalous test results, identify defects, and support root-cause resolution
Collect or design necessary support equipment and automate test procedures to improve efficiency
Document test changes, results, and issues with high attention to detail
Drive continuous improvement in test processes while ensuring hardware and personnel safety
Minimum Qualifications
B.S. or M.S. in Engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Software), Math, Physics, or related field
5+ years of experience testing complex systems, ideally spacecraft or similarly high-reliability hardware
Experience with RF systems
High proficiency in test automation or Python programming
Ability to interpret and follow system documentation accurately
Hands-on experience with hardware testing and diagnostic tools such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, power sources, spectrum analyzers, and modems
Strong communication and collaborative problem-solving skills
U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency (Green Card) required under export control regulations
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with mission assurance practices
Experience with spacecraft manufacturing or high-volume production environments
Background in electrical or software design
Proficiency with Python libraries such as pandas for test data analysis
Experience automating tests with spectrum analyzers, power meters, or modems
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