Electrical Test Engineer - Space Technologies

AV is seeking an experienced Test Engineer for multiple programs within the Space Technologies division. The Space Technologies division has been developing the techniques, systems, subsystems, and design elements required to implement high reliability optomechanical and electrical systems.

The Test Engineer is a key member of an integrated team operating in a very dynamic environment. The candidate will work across engineering disciplines to help define V&V statements, develop SW for automated tests and provide overall systems support for multiple programs.

The ideal candidate will have an electrical engineering background to support the development, verification, and qualification of spaceflight hardware. In this role, you will be responsible for planning and executing tests on electrical systems, harnesses, and embedded electronics used in spacecraft and space science instruments.

On any given day the selected candidate may be asked to perform the following:

• Work within the systems test team to refine System/Subsystem requirement verification statements and verification cross-reference matrices to ensure the requirements are testable.
• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans for spaceflight hardware, ensuring all electrical components and systems meet functional and performance specifications.
• Utilize test equipment such as logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, and multimeters to validate design and functionality.
• Conduct detailed timing analysis and signal integrity checks on high-speed digital interfaces (e.g., SPI, I2C, LVDS, SpaceWire), ensuring accurate communication between subsystems.
• Work closely with electrical design engineers, systems engineers, and software teams to troubleshoot issues and optimize performance.
• Develop and design hardware and software for automated test equipment as well as supporting existing systems.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams and technicians.
• Work with a multi-disciplinary team to achieve system test design automation, integration, SIL integration, and off-site tests.
• Work with the Systems Team to ensure proper requirement Verification and Validation methodology and execution.
• Analyze test data, identify anomalies, and provide recommendations for design improvements to ensure product reliability and performance.
• Support failure investigation, troubleshooting, and resolutions.

Minimum Qualifications:

• B.S. or higher in Electrical Engineering
• Proficiency with logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, and other electrical test equipment.
• Familiarity with environmental test standards for space hardware (e.g., NASA GEVS, MIL-STD-1540, ect.)
• Experience performing board-level checkout and debugging of complex electronic assemblies.
• Experience in automated control and measurement systems.
• Experience in System design, Verification, and Validation
• Experience testing performance of systems in a cleanroom environment.
• Experience developing integration and test plans/procedures and reports.
• Experience in signal processing.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance

Desired Qualifications:

• B.S. or higher in (Engineering or related field) with 3 - 6 years of experience
• 3+ years of experience in electrical engineering roles (spaceflight or aerospace preferred).
• Familiarity with FPGA- or microcontroller-based systems and associated debugging techniques.
• Solid understanding of embedded systems and digital interfaces (e.g., SPI, I2C, UART, LVDS, SpaceWire, etc.).
• Hands-on experience in conducting environmental tests for spaceflight hardware or satellite systems in a cleanroom environment.
• Experience with MATLAB, Simulink, LabVIEW, Python, and JAVA
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to assume technical responsibility for pieces of a program or multiple programs.

Salary Range: $90k-$130k

The AV pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Determination of official compensation or salary relies on several factors including, but not limited to, level of position, job responsibilities, geographic location, scope of relevant work experience, educational background, certifications, contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements, alignment with local internal equity as well as alignment with market data.

Our compensation package also includes components designed to support employees' total well-being, which should be considered when evaluating our competitive benefits package. These benefits include health insurance, life insurance, disability, company holiday and paid time off, parental leave, 401(k) company match and contributions, professional development/training reimbursements, and other work/life programs.