Spacecraft Avionics Automation Test Engineer

astranis; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Healthcare

401(k)

On-site meals

Job summary

Astranis is seeking an Avionics Test Specialist to execute automated and manual tests on spacecraft electronics, plan test campaigns, and develop SOPs for test operations on-site in California.

You will troubleshoot test failures, calibrate equipment, and contribute to root-cause analysis with engineering. 2+ years in electrical systems testing, Linux/bash, and Python/C++ are preferred, with willingness to work all shifts.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience testing complex electrical systems.
• Experience in Linux environment, including Bash scripting.
• Programming experience (Python, C++, etc.).
• Hands-on experience with electrical test equipment and data acquisition systems.
• Experience developing and executing test plans from requirements.
• Willing to work all shifts, overtime and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Execute automated tests and reporting scripts for functional and performance testing of spacecraft electronics.
• Plan and execute functional and performance test plans (manual and automated).
• Develop standard operating procedures for test operations and train operators.
• Provide first-level troubleshooting and root-cause analysis for test equipment failures.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and calibrate test and support equipment.
• Provide feedback to optimize test processes and setups.

Skills

Electrical testing

Linux bash

Python/C++

Test equipment

Test planning

Multitasking

Shift work

Education

Bachelor's degree in science/engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

RF testing

Job description

Astranis is seeking an Avionics Test Specialist to execute automated and manual tests on spacecraft electronics, plan test campaigns, and develop SOPs for test operations on-site in California.

You will troubleshoot test failures, calibrate equipment, and contribute to root-cause analysis with engineering. 2+ years in electrical systems testing, Linux/bash, and Python/C++ are preferred, with willingness to work all shifts.