Space Force - Test Engineer

Acara Solutions, Inc.; Scottsdale (AZ); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cutting-edge tech

National security impact

Cross-disciplinary teamwork

Satellite ops exposure

Innovation culture

Job summary

Acara Solutions, Inc. seeks a Space Force Integration Engineer (Test Engineer) to support the DIT Team in testing, integration, verification, and validation of advanced space and ground systems for U.S. Space Force programs.

You will develop test strategies, implement automation, and troubleshoot complex issues across software, systems, and hardware disciplines. You will collaborate with engineers across software, systems, and hardware domains, contributing to mission-critical defense

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree with related experience and minimum years in relevant fields.
• 2+ years in systems integration, test engineering, software integration or verification and validation.
• 1+ year in translating requirements into verification/testing methods.
• 1+ year of object‑oriented programming or scripting experience.
• Active DoD Secret Clearance or eligibility required.

Responsibilities

• Support system integration, verification, validation, and testing of space and ground systems.
• Analyze requirements and translate into test plans and procedures.
• Develop, execute, and document integration and verification test cases.
• Create test plans, procedures, and reports; maintain documentation.
• Troubleshoot issues; perform root-cause analysis and resolution.
• Develop and maintain test automation scripts and tools.
• Participate in project planning, scheduling, and budgeting tasks.
• Design test fixtures, equipment, and diagnostic solutions as needed.
• Support software integration and system interoperability testing.
• Collaborate with software, systems, and hardware teams throughout the lifecycle.

Skills

Systems integration

Test engineering

Software integration

Systems engineering

Verification & validation

Linux

Automation scripting

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering/CS/related

Master's in related technical field

Tools

Python

Test automation frameworks

Job description

We are seeking a Space Force Integration Engineer (Test Engineer) to support the Development Integration Test (DIT) Team responsible for testing, integration, verification, and validation of advanced space and ground-based systems. In this role, you'll work on mission-critical programs supporting the U.S. Space Force, helping ensure complex systems perform reliably throughout the engineering development lifecycle.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Support cutting-edge space and defense technologies.
• Work on high-visibility programs that directly impact national security.
• Collaborate with talented engineers across software, systems, integration, and test disciplines.
• Gain experience with satellite operations, ground systems, software integration, and test automation.
• Join a team focused on innovation, technical excellence, and mission success.

Why This Opportunity is Exciting:

This role offers the opportunity to work across system integration, verification, and test engineering activities supporting advanced space systems. You'll develop test strategies, execute integration testing, create automation solutions, and troubleshoot complex technical issues while contributing directly to next-generation defense capabilities.

What You'll Do:

• Support system integration, verification, validation, and testing activities for advanced space and ground systems.
• Analyze system and software requirements and translate them into test plans and procedures.
• Develop, execute, and document integration and verification test cases.
• Create and maintain test plans, test procedures, and test reports.
• Support system troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and issue resolution efforts.
• Develop and maintain test automation scripts and tools.
• Participate in technical planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation activities.
• Design test fixtures, test equipment, and diagnostic solutions as needed.
• Support software integration and system interoperability testing.
• Collaborate with software, systems, and hardware engineering teams throughout the development lifecycle.
• Evaluate system performance and ensure compliance with technical requirements.
• Support configuration management, change implementation, and regression testing activities.

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a related technical discipline with 2+ years of relevant experience; OR
• Master's degree in a related technical discipline with 6+ months of relevant experience.
• 2+ years of experience supporting systems integration, test engineering, software integration, systems engineering, or verification and validation activities.
• 2+ years of experience developing, executing, or documenting test procedures, test plans, or system validation activities.
• 1+ year of experience analyzing system requirements and translating them into verification and testing methodologies.
• 1+ year of experience with object-oriented programming, scripting languages, or software development practices.
• 1+ year of experience troubleshooting software, system integration, or technical performance issues.
• Experience supporting engineering development programs in defense, aerospace, space systems, software, or related technical environments.
• 7+ years of experience in software integration, system integration, or integration testing environments.
• 5+ years of experience working within Linux environments.
• 3+ years of experience supporting satellite operations, space systems, or ground operations systems.

What Sets You Apart:

• Experience supporting engineering development programs in defense, aerospace, space systems, software, or related technical environments.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience developing automated test scripts and test automation frameworks.
• Experience supporting ground system integration and verification activities.
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle and systems engineering methodologies.
• Experience with requirements management, verification traceability, and test reporting.
• Ability to rapidly learn and apply new technologies and tools.
• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills with the ability to influence technical teams.
• Experience working within classified, defense, aerospace, or space-related programs.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.
• Interest in leveraging AI-enabled technologies to improve testing efficiency, data analysis, and system performance.

Additional Information:

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check and drug screen.
• Overtime: May be required based on program schedules and testing requirements.
• Work Arrangement: Fully On-Site or Hybrid/Flex with a minimum of four days per week on-site.
• Work Environment: Advanced aerospace, defense, and space systems engineering environment supporting Space Force programs.
• Top Skills: Systems integration, software integration, test engineering, test automation, Linux, satellite operations, troubleshooting, and verification & validation.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
  
• Active DoD Secret Clearance Required.

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.