Electrical Test Engineer

Airbus Ventures; Englewood (CO); Hybrid; USD 101,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Hybrid work

Commuter perks

Lunch stipend

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Domestic/intl travel

Stock options

Learning and development

Team events

Job summary

ispaceUS, based in Englewood, Colorado, seeks an Electrical Test Engineer to develop and execute testing strategies ensuring performance, durability, and long-term reliability of spaceflight hardware. You will work across hardware, software, manufacturing, and quality teams to automate testing and identify failures before launch.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, 3+ years of experience, and proficiency in C++, Python, LabVIEW, and Simulink.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent
• 3+ years electrical test engineering experience
• Experience with test software: C++, Python, LabVIEW, Simulink
• Knowledge of ISO, AS9100 and quality control standards
• Ability to work in a team and drive process improvements
• Strong communication and liaison skills
• Experience with quality processes and continuous improvement
• Ability to read schematics, assembly drawings and parts lists

Responsibilities

• Develop reliability test strategies for product and subcomponents
• Design and execute environmental, RF, and electrical testing techniques
• Collaborate with design teams on modifications, repairs, calibrations and maintenance of test equipment
• Write test programs to exercise product functionality under varying conditions
• Automate reliability testing and reporting using visualization techniques
• Collaborate with hardware, software and network engineering teams to improve reliability
• Define ongoing reliability of testing strategies to monitor process health
• Interpret drawings and documentation to guide installations and upgrades
• Participate in team meetings; provide on-site technical assistance during maintenance and testing

Skills

C++

Python

LabVIEW

Simulink

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

At ispace U.S., we’re not just going to the Moon—we’re redefining how we get there. Our missions push the boundaries of human and robotic exploration, driven by our belief: “Expand our Planet. Expand our Future.” By providing cost-effective lunar transportation, we are pioneering a future where space is within reach for scientific discovery, commercial ventures, and sustainable exploration.

With locations in Japan, Luxembourg, and the United States, ispace is rapidly growing and leading the way in lunar exploration and development. Our U.S. branch is based in Englewood, Colorado, and focuses on high-capacity payload lunar landers designed to support future lunar missions. Our team is made up of innovators, problem-solvers, and visionaries committed to making space more accessible and fostering the next generation of space exploration.

Let’s go to the Moon together! Our team is growing, and we are actively seeking talented individuals who share our passion for space.

ispaceUS is seeking a hands‑on Electrical Test Engineer to develop and execute testing strategies that ensure the performance, durability, and long‑term reliability of our spaceflight hardware. This role will work closely across hardware, software, manufacturing, and quality teams to design innovative test solutions, automate testing and analysis, and identify potential failures before our systems leave the ground.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, train and oversee reliability test strategies for product and the subcomponents of the product to maximize space life and eliminate early life failures.
• Design and execute novel environmental, RF, and electrical testing techniques tailored to the product and its functions.
• Collaborate with design teams to plan and execute projects, including modifications, repairs, calibrations and routine maintenance of equipment such as racks, enclosures, and DAQs for the system and component level testing.
• Write test programs to exercise functionality of the product and its subcomponents over various conditions and environments.
• Automate reliability testing initiatives and reporting using proprietary visualization techniques and through knowledge of the product and its functions.
• Work collaboratively with hardware, software and network engineering teams to maximize reliability across all disciplines.
• Define the ongoing reliability of testing strategies to monitor the manufacturing process health and screen for long term reliability defects caused by process and component variability.
• Interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documentation to guide installations, troubleshooting, and upgrades of support equipment.
• Collaborate in team meetings and activities.
• Provide basic on‑site technical assistance for operations during scheduled maintenance and testing activities, ensuring equipment is used safely and correctly.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an electrical engineering discipline and . We will consider an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience
• 3+ years of electrical test engineering experience
• Test Software experience (ex. C++, Python, Labview, Simulink)
• In‑depth knowledge of the technical aspects of operations, engineering and quality.
• Good working knowledge of ISO, AS9100 and quality control standards.
• Experience with operations, engineering and quality processes along with their principles.
• Ability to work with a team along with providing guidance to drive improvements towards process efficiency.
• Excellent communication and liaison skills as an individual.
• Ability to work well within a team driven culture.
• Proven track record of driving continuous quality improvement in a engineering as well as manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems.
• Engineering knowledge of programming test applications as well as strong knowledge of electronics including the ability to generate/read schematics, assembly drawings, and parts lists.

What Makes You Stand Out

• AS9100 industry with SPACE experience is a plus.
• PCB Design Experience (Altium)
• Experience building, designing, and testing wire harnesses
• Prior ETE experience a plus.
• Experience in startup environment a plus

$101,000 - $152,000 a year

The salary posted is a targeted range for budget of position. Base compensation can be negotiated and will be commensurate with experience, skills, education, and training. We welcome candidates with diverse experience levels and evaluate the best fit on an individual basis. Your final job level and salary will be determined based on your skills, experience, and the impact you can bring to the role.

Health Coverage: Competitive medical, vision, and dental plans, with 100% company-paid options available for employees.

Hybrid Work: Flexibility to work remotely and in-office, depending on your role and the stage of our program.

Commuter Perks: Company-paid RTD EcoPass for buses and light rail.

Lunch Perks: Monthly stipend to enjoy meals from our café.

Paid Time Off: 18 vacation days, 6 sick days, and 17 paid holidays.

Retirement: 401(k) plan with company matching.

Travel: Opportunities for domestic and international travel.

Stock Options: Participation in our stock option program.

Learning & Development: Ample opportunities to grow, including lunch‑and‑learns, skills training, and stipends for professional development.

Team Culture: A fun and casual environment with regular team gatherings, including monthly events to connect and unwind.

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At ispace, we believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, even if you don’t meet every listed requirement. Your unique skills and experiences may be exactly what we need to grow and succeed together.

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.here.

ispace is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with ispace 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 applicants who are offered employment with ispaceUS will be subject to a background investigation. Offers of employment are contingent on the successful completion of a background investigation conducted in accordance with Company policies and all applicable laws.

ispace Technologies, US, Inc. is a drug‑free workplace.

ispace Technologies, US, Inc. participates in the E‑Verify program.