Avionics Test Engineer for Spacecraft Systems

Intuitive Machines, LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Intuitive Machines in Houston, TX seeks an experienced Avionics Test Engineer to join the Avionics team. You will drive test campaigns for COTS and custom PCBA hardware, from assembly through functional, TVAC, vibe, and thermal testing, and collaborate with systems, mechanical, propulsion, and software teams.

The role emphasizes participation in test plan development, anomaly analysis, root-cause investigations, and clear communication of findings to stakeholders, ensuring flight readiness of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related Electro-Mechanical field.
• 3–5 years of avionics engineering experience, or 10+ years in lieu of a degree.
• Experience with cross-functional teams such as Propulsion, Mechanisms, and Thermal.
• Proven experience in 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.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Support mission avionics test campaigns from assembly through functional, TVAC, vibe, and thermal testing; document issues and summarize results.
• Collaborate with systems, mechanical, propulsion, and software engineering to define test requirements and specifications.
• Lead or support test plan development, test execution, anomaly analysis, and root‑cause investigations; communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Lead cross-functional reviews to analyze test data, isolate issues, and drive root-cause closure.
• Maintain transparent communication during test campaigns and special projects tied to mission goals.
• Report failures or issues openly and serve as the responsible engineer for externally developed avionics boxes when assigned.
• Support system-level testing and validation to verify avionics functionality under various operating conditions.
• Maintain accurate documentation of design changes, test results, and compliance records.

Skills

Avionics engineering

Cross-functional teamwork

Test planning & execution

Communication skills

Problem solving

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Aerospace/ Electro-Mechanical

10+ years experience in lieu of degree

Tools

TVAC

Vibe table

Thermal testing equipment

Job description

Intuitive Machines in Houston, TX seeks an experienced Avionics Test Engineer to join the Avionics team. You will drive test campaigns for COTS and custom PCBA hardware, from assembly through functional, TVAC, vibe, and thermal testing, and collaborate with systems, mechanical, propulsion, and software teams.

The role emphasizes participation in test plan development, anomaly analysis, root-cause investigations, and clear communication of findings to stakeholders, ensuring flight readiness of