Avionics Engineer – Test Engineer

RiseMe; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Intuitive Machines in Houston is seeking an experienced Avionics Engineer to join our Test team. The role focuses on advancing COTS and custom avionics through development and flight testing, with emphasis on electrical and electro‑mechanical hardware.

You will collaborate across systems engineering, mechanical, propulsion, and software groups to define test requirements, execute plans, analyze anomalies, and drive root‑cause resolution, while maintaining thorough documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Aerospace, or related electro‑mechanical field.
• 3–5 years in avionics engineering; 10+ years if no degree.
• Experience with avionics design, flight harnesses, and testing.
• Ability to work in cross‑functional teams and apply rigorous testing standards.

Responsibilities

• Support avionics test campaigns from assembly through functional, TVAC, vibe and thermal testing.
• Lead or support test plan development, execution, anomaly analysis, and root‑cause investigations.
• Collaborate with propulsion, mechanisms, thermal, and software teams to define requirements.
• Drive root‑cause closure and communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Maintain thorough documentation of tests, results, and compliance.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Aerospace Engineering

Avionics Testing

Cross-functional Collaboration

Documentation & Reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Aerospace Engineering

10+ years of experience in lieu of degree

Job description

Avionics Engineer – Test Engineer
Houston, Texas, United States

Company Overview:

Intuitive Machines is an innovative and cutting-edge space company making cislunar space accessible to both public and private customers. We believe our mission is to further research, communications, and exploration beyond low lunar orbit. With multiple NASA lunar missions in the making and additional private missions on our manifest, we pride ourselves in supporting NASA, our customers and the nation in paving the way to return humans to the surface of the moon. Our world-class team includes experts in all spacecraft subsystems design, development, and test, on-orbit operations, and safety.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a talented and experienced Avionics Engineer to join our Avionics team as a Test Engineer. This role will usher COTS (Commercial off the Shelf) and custom PCBAs (Printed Circuit Board Assemblies) and boxes through the development and flight testing campaigns. The ideal candidate will have experience in design or testing of electrical and/or electro-mechanical hardware.

Responsibilities:

• Support mission avionics test campaigns from assembly through functional, TVAC, vibe, and thermal testing, including documenting issues, summarizing results, and providing feedback for future design and test improvements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including systems engineering, mechanical engineering, propulsion, and software engineering, to define avionics test requirements and specifications.
• Lead or support test plan development, test execution, anomaly analysis, and root‑cause investigations, communicating findings promptly and clearly to stakeholders.
• Lead cross-functional reviews to analyze test data, isolate anomalies, and drive electrical, mechanical, or software issues to root-cause closure.
• Maintain transparent communication throughout test campaigns and special projects, supporting requests tied to mission goals and contributing wherever needed.
• Uphold integrity during testing, openly reporting failures or issues, and serve as the responsible engineer for externally developed avionics boxes when assigned.
• Support system-level testing and validation to verify the functionality and reliability of avionics systems under various operating conditions.
• Maintain accurate documentation of design changes, test results, and compliance records

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related Electro-Mechanical field.
• 3 - 5 years of experience in avionics engineering, preferably in the space or aerospace industry.
• 10+ years of experience in lieu of degree.
• Experience in working with cross functional teams such as Propulsion, Mechanisms, and Thermal.
• Proven experience with avionics system design, flight harness design, analysis, and testing for space or flight vehicles.
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations for space and aerospace applications.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.

US EEO Statement

Intuitive Machines is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.