Satellite And Payload System Test Authority

Actalent; Denver (CO); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Satellite and Payload System Test Authority to lead the design and development of test plans for satellite systems. This remote role involves coordinating cross-disciplinary teams, ensuring alignment with program objectives, and requires extensive experience in digital communication and systems engineering. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 10 years of relevant experience in the space domain.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in the space domain.
• Experience with LEO/MEO/GEO satellite systems.
• Knowledge of Phased Array Antenna and various modulation types.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of test plans for satellites and payloads.
• Coordinate cross-disciplinary teams for testing methodologies.
• Maintain verification and validation matrices throughout the program lifecycle.

Skills

Digital communication

Systems Engineering

Python

Signal processing

Networking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

DOORS

Windchill

Jama

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Job Title: Satellite and Payload System Test Authority

Job Description

We are seeking a Satellite and Payload System Test Authority to lead the design and development of test plans for satellites and payloads. This role requires ensuring alignment with verification and validation matrices and program objectives. The ideal candidate will coordinate cross-disciplinary teams to establish testing methodologies and integrate tests according to program requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct trade-off studies to design and develop test plans for satellites and payloads, ensuring alignment with verification and validation matrices and program objectives.
• Lead and develop test methods and requirements, oversee test procedures, and ensure their execution.
• Coordinate cross-disciplinary teams to establish testing methodologies and integrate tests according to program requirements.
• Maintain verification and validation matrices throughout the program lifecycle, up to on-orbit commissioning, in collaboration with the SatOps team.
• Lead and coordinate satellite and payload testing, including EGSE, test supervision, data analysis, trending, and reporting.
• Support the development of satellite operation manuals and associated training programs.
• Develop and support In-Orbit Test (IOT) and anomaly resolution activities.
  
  

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a relevant field.
• At least 10 years of relevant practical experience in digital communication commercial application in the space domain.
• Previous experience with LEO/MEO/GEO satellite communication systems.
• Understanding of Phased Array Antenna with multiple active elements and knowledge of various modulation types, signal processing, and Networking.
• Systems Engineering experience in concepts of space and ground segment, specification and integration, and knowledge of Flight Software and Satellite Database.
• Knowledge of Python or other scripting languages.
  
  

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in Constellation Operations.
• Development and testing of new automated methodologies.
• Knowledge of requirements management tools such as DOORS/Windchill/Jama.
• Demonstrated capability to work efficiently autonomously with little to no supervision.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills in English; knowledge of French will be considered favorably.
  
  

Work Environment

This is a remote opportunity with monthly international travel. You will work with an international client, providing a dynamic and exciting work environment.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $90.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

Available For This Temporary Role May Include The Following

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
  
  

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 27, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

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