Space Systems Failure Analysis Engineer

Astro Digital; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Astro Digital in San Jose, CA is seeking a Test Engineer to join the team. You will debug failed devices at board and system levels and document failures, partnering with multiple groups to identify root causes.

A strong EE background and hands-on lab experience are essential to support mission objectives and safety. We value teamwork and meticulous problem solving, with exposure to spacecraft manufacturing and Altium for electrical design.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of electrical board-level experience.
• Ability to read and follow board schematics.
• Experience with lab equipment for characterization and debugging.
• Familiarity with mission assurance and spacecraft manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Document and debug failed devices at board and system levels.
• Collaborate across teams to understand root causes and improve processes.
• Promote production efficiency while maintaining hardware and personnel safety.
• Identify improvement opportunities and implement solutions.

Skills

Electrical testing

Schematic literacy

Collaboration

Lab instrumentation

Problem solving

Space hardware

Education

B.S./M.S. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium

Job description

Astro Digital in San Jose, CA is seeking a Test Engineer to join the team. You will debug failed devices at board and system levels and document failures, partnering with multiple groups to identify root causes.

A strong EE background and hands-on lab experience are essential to support mission objectives and safety. We value teamwork and meticulous problem solving, with exposure to spacecraft manufacturing and Altium for electrical design.