Sr. Systems Test Engineer - Space Technologies

AeroVironment (AVAV)

Albuquerque, NM, United States
$101,000 - $143,325; not specified; not specified ...
Automated test equipment development
System/subsystem requirement verification
Spaceflight hardware testing
The Systems Test Engineer is responsible for planning and executing tests on optomechanical and electrical systems, harnesses, and embedded electronics used in spacecraft and space science instruments

Job Summary

  • The Systems Test Engineer is responsible for planning and executing tests on optomechanical and electrical systems, harnesses, and embedded electronics used in spacecraft and space science instruments.
  • The role involves developing and designing hardware and software for automated test equipment, refining requirement verification statements, and utilizing test equipment to validate design and functionality.
  • AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.

Matching Summary

The Systems Test Engineer is responsible for planning and executing tests on optomechanical and electrical systems, harnesses, and embedded electronics used in spacecraft and space science instruments.

Salary

$101,000 - $143,325; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Automated test equipment development
  • System/Subsystem requirement verification
  • Spaceflight hardware testing
  • Signal processing experience
  • Cleanroom environment testing

Nice-to-have

  • Cross-functional team collaboration
  • Mission-obsessed culture
  • Redefining autonomous systems
  • Pushing technology boundaries

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Physics with 8–12 years of experience or Master’s degree with 5–9 years of experience
  • Familiarity with environmental test standards for space hardware
  • Experience with Labview and Python in automated control and measurement systems
  • Experience in System design, Verification, and Validation
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance

Work Rights

Must be a U.S. person under ITAR/EAR

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