Spaceborne Test Engineer, 2nd Shift – Optical & Automation

United States Digital Space LLC; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company shuttle from Seattle to Redmon

Stock options/long-term incentives

401(k) retirement plan

Medical, vision and dental coverage

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

United States Digital Space LLC is seeking a TEST SPECIALIST (STARLINK) on 2nd shift to support optical test systems and fast, accurate integration testing for Space Laser hardware capabilities.

Responsibilities include triage of test failures, building automated test systems, and fabricating harnesses, while maintaining safety and documentation. Experience in manufacturing and Linux environments is valued, with opportunity for growth and long-term incentives.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• 2+ years of experience in a hands-on manufacturing environment OR a bachelor’s degree in an engineering, math or science discipline.

Responsibilities

• Ensure optical test systems and areas are operating properly.
• First level triage of test failures by reading and interpreting test logs and telemetry.
• Build and validate automated hardware test systems for a production environment.
• Fabricate and repair cable harnesses including: crimping, soldering and assembling connectors.
• Design and implement assembly fixtures/shop aides to improve manufacturing and test processes.
• Identify, develop, and provide training to production technicians on new or updated test processes.
• Create and support equipment maintenance and calibration schedules.
• Manage workload to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and respond to critical requests.
• Interpret a variety of sources ranging from controlled, released documentation to informal sketches.
• Identify design gaps; ask directed questions, and apply skill and experience to resolve them, and update documentation to prevent recurrence.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe work environment.

Skills

communication skills

teamwork

fast learner

read schematics

Python/C++ programming

Education

AS or BS in technical/engineering field

Tools

NX CAD

TeamCenter

Python

C++

Linux

Excel/Word/PowerPoint/Outlook

Job description

United States Digital Space LLC is seeking a TEST SPECIALIST (STARLINK) on 2nd shift to support optical test systems and fast, accurate integration testing for Space Laser hardware capabilities.

Responsibilities include triage of test failures, building automated test systems, and fabricating harnesses, while maintaining safety and documentation. Experience in manufacturing and Linux environments is valued, with opportunity for growth and long-term incentives.