Contractor, Electrical Test Engineer (Willing to Consider all Levels)

Redwire Corporation; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 77,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Redwire Corporation in Littleton, CO seeks a Contractor, Sr. Electrical Test Engineer for up to 6 months to design test plans, hardware and scripts to validate space-grade hardware under extreme space conditions.

The role requires hands-on spacecraft I&T testing, electronics testing at unit/subsystem level, and Python scripting on Linux. Some travel (up to 25%) may be required; strong teamwork and clear documentation are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of experience; willing to accept experience in lieu of degree.
• Previous experience with spacecraft level test development and hands-on testing.
• Electrical/Electronics testing experience at unit/subsystem level; troubleshoot as needed.
• Spacecraft Ground Systems (COSMOS/OpenC3, InControl, etc.).
• Ability to travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Test procedure development for component and spacecraft I&T (Electrical Checkouts, Optical Testing, RF Comm, Prop, GN&C, Thermal, etc.).
• Executes test procedures, including safe-to-mate, power-on and functional testing.
• Produces reports on each test activity and tracks test metrics.
• Troubleshoot anomalies and failures and resolve via root cause corrective action.
• Review electrical schematics, wiring interconnect diagrams, and component specs.
• Operate component/spacecraft EGSE equipment (power supplies, loads, DMM, O-scopes, RF test gear).
• Some travel may be required (ABQ, LAX).

Skills

Electrical testing

Spacecraft testing

Python scripting

Linux

Troubleshooting

Leadership

Communication

MS Office

Cleanroom

AS9100

Requirements analysis

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Epsilon 3

Job description

Redwire is accelerating humanity’s expansion into space by delivering reliable, economical and sustainable infrastructure for future generations. Redwire specializes in the development and delivery of spacecraft, aerospace structures, mechanisms, and thermal control solutions. The business unit performs design, analysis, testing, and fabrication of advanced technologies through the complete concept-to-flight development cycle.

Summary

Redwire Space Missions has a current opportunity for a Contractor, Sr. Electrical Test Engineer, for up to 6 monthslocated at our facility in Littleton, CO. You will design the test plans, hardware and scripts required to validate deliverable space-grade hardware. Ensuring mission success by validating our hardware will work as intended in the extreme environmental conditions of outer space after a turbulent launch assent. You will have the opportunity to work on projects of all sizes including such high-profile programs as the human-rated Orion program.

Responsibilities

• Test procedure development for component and/or spacecraft I&T (Electrical Checkouts, Optical Testing, RF Comm, Prop, GN&C, Thermal, etc.)
• Executes test procedures, to include safe to mate, power on and functional testing
• Produces reports on each test activity and tracks test metrics
• Preform trouble shooting of anomalies and failures and resolve through root cause corrective action
• Reviewing electrical schematics, wiring interconnect diagrams, electrical component spec sheets
• Operation of component/spacecraft EGSE: power supplies, electronic loads, DMM, O-Scopes, RF Test Equipment (VNA, Spec-A, Telem receiver, modems)
• Some travel may be required (ABQ, LAX)

Ideal Experience

• Bachelor’s degree with 5 or more years of experience. Willing to accept experience in lieu of degree
• Previous experience with Spacecraft level test development and hands on testing.
• Electrical/Electronics testing experience at unit and/or subsystem level. Troubleshooting as needed
• Spacecraft Ground Systems (COSMOS/OpenC3, InControl, etc.)
• Ability to support testing outside of business hours including overnight and weekends on occasion
• Linux, scripting (Python, etc.)
• Ability to travel on occasion (up to 25%)

Desired Skills

• Experience using Epsilon 3 for test procedure, development and execution
• Experience with environmental testing, such as bench supplies and scopes with no support from more senior techs
• Experience and understanding of AS9100 industry standard practices
• Electronic testing at spacecraft level
• FlatSat, hardware in the Loop (testbed) design and operations
• Failure analysis experience such as Ishikawa (fishbone), \"5-Why\", etc.
• Experienced with frequent use and application of technical standards, principles, and theories
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Possess strong leadership skills and a resiliently positive attitude
• Basic MS Word & MS Excel competency (advanced MS Office & Office 365 skills a plus)
• Familiar with cleanroom operations for Spacecraft I&T
• Requirements analysis and test methods

Grow with us as we innovate the next generation capabilities for a new era of space exploration! We offer a highly competitive benefits package along with a commitment to our core values of Integrity, Innovation, Impact, Inclusion, and Excellence.

Pay range

$56.00 - $96.00/hour

Don’t meet every single requirement above? No worries. We want people who can grow, collaborate and build a stronger team. We strive to build a diverse and inclusive culture, so if you're excited about this job posting, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Redwire is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Redwire is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

All offers of employment at Redwire are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check and your ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the US. Note that some positions will also require US citizenship or ability to obtain a security clearance due to requirements of a classified program.

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. Learn more about the ITAR Click Here