ABOUT THE COMPANY
We build and launch rockets and satellites that enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations. Our space systems business includes our extensive line of satellites and components that have enabled more than 1,700 missions including the James Webb Space Telescope, NASA Psyche Mission, Artemis I, Mars Ingenuity helicopter, and more.
Our Space Systems team is responsible for every satellite and satellite component made by us, from complete satellites destined for missions to the Moon and Mars, to the individual components and subsystems that make up a satellite like solar panels, flight software, reaction wheels and star trackers, separation systems, radios, and more.
JOB DESCRIPTIONThe Senior Integration & Test Engineer is responsible for the development, test, and deployment of flight spacecraft systems, as well as the development, maintenance, and upgrading of the test systems for that hardware. You will support the Space Systems organization, with deliverables required for internal leadership, board of directors, and investors.JOB DUTIES
Lead and own integration and test campaigns at various levels of spacecraft development
Work collaboratively with team members to define systems requirements, as well as verification and validation plans
Develop acceptance, qualification, and R&D test plans for spacecraft systems
Develop, maintain, and operate environmental test systems (Vibe, TVAC, Thermal, EMI, etc.)
Develop and maintain mechanical and electrical ground support equipment and facilities
Interface with ground test software and implement flight software configuration changes
Lead investigations into anomalous vehicle behavior
Interface with hardware-in-the-loop test systems
MUST HAVE QUALIFICATIONS
Experience with environmental testing (i.e. vibration, TVAC, EMI, thermal)
Experience writing technical documentation (i.e. writing test plans, procedures, documenting test results, making recommendations for improvements or repairs)
Experience with electrical testing equipment (i.e. oscilloscopes, digital multimeters (DMMs), signal analyzers, PSU, etc.)
Space/aerospace/satellite/spacecraft experience
Experience creating test scripts with C/C and/or Python
Bachelor’s degree in electrical, electronics, mechatronics, aerospace, or other engineering degree
ADDITIONAL NICE-TO-HAVE QUALIFICATIONS
Master’s or PhD in electrical, electronics, mechatronics, aerospace, or other engineering degree
Experience with environmental testing, such as thermal vacuum or random vibration testing
Strong understanding of satellite subsystems (CDH, ADCS, EPS, and COMM)
Experience working in a clean room and with ESD-sensitive equipment
Exposure to designing and implementing test systems for electronics
Understanding of sensors, signal conditioning and data acquisition electronics
Familiarity with spacecraft harness design and best practices
Experience with 3D CAD software, preferably NX
Experience with RF testing and hardware-in-the-loop testing
Basic knowledge of networking
Experience with Linux systems
Proficiency with MATLAB and Windows 10 and Microsoft Office products
About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.
