Space RF Environmental Test Engineer

Redwire Space NV; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 101,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Redwire Space in Longmont, CO is seeking an Environmental Test Engineer to join our RF Systems group. You will test space and airborne hardware, develop test plans, and collaborate across engineering disciplines to ensure robust performance.

The ideal candidate has strong background in environmental testing (vibration, thermal cycling, thermal vacuum), hands-on hardware integration, and experience with RF systems. Space experience is highly valued.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Advanced degree may substitute for two years of experience.
• Experience with environmental tests such as vibration, shock, thermal cycling and thermal vacuum.
• Experience assembling and testing hardware for space or airborne environments.
• Proficiency in writing test documentation and reports.
• Experience leading stage-gate reviews and interfacing with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Execute, develop and manage comprehensive test plans for high-value flight hardware from concept through execution.
• Define test requirements and verification methods with Systems Engineering.
• Interface with internal and external stakeholders to negotiate test plans and provide updates.
• Represent Test Engineering at major program milestones and communicate status.
• Identify appropriate testing methods and design fixtures to support verification.
• Plan and execute environmental testing (vibration, thermal cycling, thermal vacuum).
• Develop and enhance in-house test capabilities and collaborate with other Redwire groups.
• Work with cross-functional teams to ensure successful test execution and mentoring junior engineers.

Skills

Test planning

Test documentation

RF systems

Leadership

Space testing

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering

Master's or PhD preferred

Tools

CAD

Oscilloscopes

Spectrum analyzers

Vector network analyzers

Job description

Redwire Space in Longmont, CO is seeking an Environmental Test Engineer to join our RF Systems group. You will test space and airborne hardware, develop test plans, and collaborate across engineering disciplines to ensure robust performance.

The ideal candidate has strong background in environmental testing (vibration, thermal cycling, thermal vacuum), hands-on hardware integration, and experience with RF systems. Space experience is highly valued.