Senior Development Test Engineer — Spacecraft Systems

K2 Space; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited paid time off

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

Job summary

A pioneering aerospace startup in Los Angeles is looking for a Principal Development Test Engineer to lead testing for satellite operations. This role requires significant mechanical engineering experience, expertise in electrical and mechanical testing, and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team. The compensation ranges from $150,000 - $185,000, enhanced by equity options and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of industry experience with mechanical, structural, and/or electromechanical test, design, and analysis.
• Experience designing, building, and testing mechanical assemblies and fixtures for aerospace applications.
• Basic programming abilities (Python, MATLAB, C++, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Design and fabricate test hardware and execute development tests.
• Lead satellite subsystem test campaigns.
• Collaborate with a cross-functional team to establish testing methods.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Electromechanical testing

Structural analysis

Data acquisition

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, aerospace, or relevant discipline

Tools

CAD software

FEA software

Job description

A pioneering aerospace startup in Los Angeles is looking for a Principal Development Test Engineer to lead testing for satellite operations. This role requires significant mechanical engineering experience, expertise in electrical and mechanical testing, and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team. The compensation ranges from $150,000 - $185,000, enhanced by equity options and comprehensive benefits.