Electronics Software Test Engineer

Executive Recruiting Group; Broomfield (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Executive Recruiting Group in Colorado is seeking an Electronics/Software Test Engineer to own the assembly, instrumentation, and testing of propulsion hardware for launch vehicles. You will assemble, instrument, and test components, subsystems, and complete vehicles under guidance from subject matter experts.

Responsibilities include integrating instrumentation (pressure, temperature, strain), DAQ setup and test execution, writing test plans and reports, and supporting hardware builds and

Qualifications

• BS in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering or related field required.
• 3–10 years of experience testing rocket-powered launch vehicles.
• Proficiency with Python and LabVIEW for test software development.
• Experience performing test data analysis and writing reports.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• U.S. citizen eligible for government security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Own assembly, instrumentation, and testing of propulsion hardware.
• Integrate instrumentation: pressure, temperature, strain.
• Perform DAQ setup, calibration, and test execution.
• Write test plans, safety reviews, and reports.
• Support build of propulsion hardware and test articles.
• Assist design of fixtures, mounts, stands, and launchers.

Skills

Python

LabVIEW

Test data analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering

Master’s or Ph.D. in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

DAQ systems (NI)

Kulite

HBM

Job description

We are seeking an Electronics/Software Test Engineer to own the assembly, instrumentation, and testing of propulsion hardware for our launch vehicles. You’ll be responsible for assembling, instrumenting, and testing components, subsystems, and complete vehicles using your technical background and available references, under the guidance of subject matter experts in several key areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Integrate instrumentation: pressure, temperature, and strain.
• Perform DAQ setup, calibration, and test execution.
• Write test plans, safety reviews, and reports.
• Support build of propulsion hardware and test articles.
• Support design of fixtures, mounts, stands, and launchers.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering or another relevant field.
• 3-10 years of experience testing rocket-powered launch vehicles.
• Strong proficiency with Python and LabView.
• Experience developing test software and conducting test data analysis.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• U.S. citizen with eligibility for government security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s or Ph.D. in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering, or another relevant field.
• 10+ years of experience testing rocket-powered launch vehicles.
• Some experience with solid rocket motors and amateur rocketry.
• Strong background with DAQ systems (NI, Kulite, HBM, etc.).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Active U.S. government security clearance.