Electrical Test Engineer II

Karman Space & Defense; Mukilteo (WA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

HSA with company contribution

FSA

Company‑paid life and AD&D insurance

Disability coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Karman Space and Defense is seeking an electro-mechanical hardware design engineer to design, develop, test, and support electronic hardware for space and defense systems. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate electromechanical systems, develop test methods, and ensure regulatory compliance throughout the lifecycle.

The role requires a BS in electrical engineering and 2–5 years in aerospace/defense, with experience in schematic capture, PCB layout (Altium), and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field.
• Two to five years of aerospace, defense, and/or avionics experience.
• Experience with schematic capture and PCB layout; familiarity with Altium is a plus.
• Soldering proficiency; familiarity with IPC‑A‑610 and J‑STD‑001 is a plus.
• Harness design and assembly; IPC/WHMA‑A‑620 familiarity is a plus.
• Proficiency with electrical test equipment (oscilloscopes, DMMs, power supplies, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers).
• Fluency with LabVIEW, C, C++, or C#; familiarity with Python or Matlab is a plus.
• Proficiency with circuit simulation tools such as PSPICE or LTSPICE.
• Familiarity with MIL‑STD‑461 is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates program requirements to determine appropriate test methods and equipment.
• Reviews test system architecture and supports software and hardware implementation.
• Determines hardware selection criteria for test setup needs.
• Develops custom software libraries and drivers for test equipment operations.
• Supports test activities throughout the product lifecycle, including development, qualification, and production testing.
• Drafts test procedures, performs data reviews, and generates test reports.
• Designs schematics and PCBs for test fixtures and deliverable electronics.
• Drafts and reviews electrical engineering drawings, including schematics, PCBs, CCAs, cable harnesses, and BOMs.

Skills

LabVIEW

C/C++

Python

Matlab

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Tools

Altium

PSPICE

LTSPICE

TestStand

Job description

Karman Space & Defense is a leader in the rapid design, development, and production of critical, next-generation system solutions that align with the U.S. Department of War and its allies’ core mission priorities, and meet the accelerating demand for access to space. Building on nearly 50 years of success, we deliver Payload & Protection Systems, Aero/Hydrodynamic Interstage Systems, and Propulsion & Launch Systems to more than 80 prime contractors supporting over 130 space and defense programs.

In this role, you will design, develop, test, and support electronic hardware used in space and defense systems. You will collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to integrate electromechanical systems, develop test methods, create test hardware and software, and ensure products meet technical and regulatory requirements throughout the lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates program requirements to determine appropriate test methods and equipment.
• Reviews test system architecture and supports software and hardware implementation.
• Determines hardware selection criteria for test setup needs.
• Develops custom software libraries and drivers for test equipment operations.
• Supports test activities throughout the product lifecycle, including development, qualification, and production testing.
• Drafts test procedures, performs data reviews, and generates test reports.
• Designs schematics and printed circuit boards (PCBs) for test fixtures and deliverable electronics.
• Drafts and reviews electrical engineering drawings, including schematics, PCBs, circuit card assemblies (CCAs), cable harnesses, and bills of materials.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field.
• Two to five years of aerospace, defense, and/or avionics experience.
• Experience with schematic capture and PCB layout; familiarity with Altium is a plus.
• Skill in surface‑mount and through‑hole soldering; familiarity with IPC‑A‑610 and J‑STD‑001 is a plus.
• Competence in harness design and assembly; familiarity with IPC/WHMA‑A‑620 is a plus.
• Proficiency in electrical test equipment such as oscilloscopes, digital multimeters (DMMs), power supplies, spectrum analyzers, and network analyzers.
• Ability to design and develop test hardware and software for product‑specific testing.
• Fluency with LabVIEW, C, C++, or C#; familiarity with TestStand, Python, or Matlab is a plus.
• Proficiency with circuit simulation tools such as PSPICE or LTSPICE.
• Familiarity with MIL‑STD‑461 is a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting and working on a computer.
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds.

Special Mentions

• No travel required.

This position requires U.S. person status under U.S. export control laws, including U.S. citizens and nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Company‑paid life and AD\&D insurance
• Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage
• Tuition reimbursement

Karman Space and Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.