Avionics Test Engineer

Trueanomalyinc; Long Beach (CA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Equity

Paid time off

401(k)

Parental Leave

Job summary

True Anomaly in Long Beach, CA, is seeking an Avionics Test Engineer to lead the testing and integration of advanced avionics systems. The role involves working closely with design and software teams to ensure reliable subsystem performance.

Applicants should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Aerospace Engineering and have experience in avionics system integration. Compensation ranges from $100K to $200K, plus benefits like health insurance and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• Experience in avionics system integration and/or test engineering.
• Hands-on experience with electrical test equipment.
• Knowledge of space-relevant avionics qualification standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the integration and verification of avionics systems.
• Execute requirements verification and acceptance testing.
• Collaborate with engineering teams for troubleshooting processes.

Skills

Integration of avionics systems

Troubleshooting (hardware/software)

Test automation (Python, MATLAB)

Understanding aerospace quality standards

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Logic analyzers

Signal generators

Job description

Space is a warfighting domain. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it.

OUR MISSION

True Anomaly delivers decisive capabilities for space superiority. We build autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors — enabling the U.S. and its Allies to secure the space environment and counter threats from the ultimate high ground.

OUR VALUES

• Be the offset. We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity.
• What would it take? We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results.
• It’s the people. Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together.

YOUR MISSION

We are seeking a talented and motivated Avionics Test Engineer to join our growing team. In this role, you will lead and support the integration and verification of advanced avionics systems, ensuring all subsystems perform reliably together in demanding aerospace environments. You will be responsible for planning, executing, and documenting integration and system‑level tests, collaborating closely with design, hardware, and software teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the integration, bring‑up, and testing of avionics hardware and subsystems throughout the space vehicle production lifecycle.
• Lead the integration, verification, and testing of hardware and software components in multiple testbeds, including Hardware‑in‑the‑Loop (HIL), Software‑in‑the‑Loop (SIL), and various ground support systems.
• Execute requirements verification, validation, and acceptance testing on avionics components and integrated units.
• Collaborate with software engineering to integrate, troubleshoot, and verify ground software, flight software, and test software across all test platforms.
• Develop and automate activities on various flight and ground test platforms; analyze results and drive iterative improvements for greater efficiency.
• Ensure test processes and results are well‑documented, organized, and compliant with aerospace quality standards, with clear traceability to avionics requirements.
• Interface with various engineering departments to root‑cause issues and perform integration troubleshooting across both hardware and software domains.
• Participate in key technical reviews (design, test readiness, etc.) to support flight and test readiness of avionics systems.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
• Years of experience in avionics system integration and/or test engineering for aerospace applications (spaceflight, satellites, spacecraft, or similar) in line with engineering level.
• Practical experience with integration and verification of avionics subsystems, such as power systems, communications (CAN, UART, RS‑422, Ethernet), guidance/navigation (GPS/IMUs), and RF systems.
• Hands‑on experience with electrical and system‑level test equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, signal generators, power analyzers, etc.).
• Proficient in developing test plans, requirements tracing, test scripts (Python, MATLAB, or similar), and test automation tools.
• Strong troubleshooting skills across hardware, software, and embedded systems.
• Solid understanding of space‑relevant avionics qualification and acceptance standards (e.g., NASA‑STD‑8739.4, ECSS, MIL‑STD‑1540, MIL‑STD‑883, NASA GEVS, or similar).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with space vehicle avionics or satellite bus integration & test processes.
• Knowledge of system safety, fault management, and redundancy in avionics architectures.
• Experience with environmental and EMI/EMC testing.
• Familiarity with configuration management, requirements management, and issue tracking tools.
• Previous work with mission operations or on‑orbit test and diagnosis is a plus.

COMPENSATION and BENEFITS

• Base Salary: Avionics Test Engineer 2 – $100,000‑$120,000.
• Avionics Test Engineer 3 – $125,000‑$155,000.
• Senior Avionics Test Engineer – $140,000‑$200,000.

Equity + Benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401(k), Parental Leave.

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job‑related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work Location — Successful candidates will be located near Long Beach, CA. While we observe a hybrid work environment, some work must be done on site.
• Work environment — temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
• Physical demands — Bending, sitting, lifting, and driving.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

True Anomaly is committed to equal employment opportunity on any basis protected by applicable state and federal laws. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us.