Space Systems Integration Engineer — Lead Test & Validation

Aleron; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 96,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Aleron is seeking an Advanced Test Engineer to join the Space Force integration team in Scottsdale, AZ. This contract-to-direct role focuses on leading integration, verification, and testing of space and ground systems for national defense.

The candidate will develop automated testing strategies, execute system-level tests, and drive test documentation while collaborating with software, systems, and hardware engineers to ensure readiness throughout the development lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in a technical field with relevant experience.
• 5+ years in systems integration, test engineering, software integration, or verification and validation.
• 3+ years translating requirements into test strategies and verification methods.
• 3+ years object-oriented programming, scripting, or development tools.
• 2+ years supporting defense, aerospace, space systems, or similar programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead system integration, verification, validation, and testing activities for advanced space and ground systems.
• Analyze requirements and develop verification strategies and test plans.
• Prepare, execute, and maintain test procedures, scripts, and documentation.
• Develop automated test scripts and testing frameworks.
• Troubleshoot software, hardware, and system integration issues.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to resolve defects and improve performance.

Skills

Linux

Test automation

Systems integration

Verification & Validation

Scripting

Software development

DoD/Defense experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree in related field

Tools

Python

MATLAB

Job description

Aleron is seeking an Advanced Test Engineer to join the Space Force integration team in Scottsdale, AZ. This contract-to-direct role focuses on leading integration, verification, and testing of space and ground systems for national defense.

The candidate will develop automated testing strategies, execute system-level tests, and drive test documentation while collaborating with software, systems, and hardware engineers to ensure readiness throughout the development lifecycle.