Spacecraft Hardware Test Engineer

Redwire Corporation; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 87,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

Loadpath, LLC part of Redwire Space in Albuquerque, NM, is seeking a Hardware Test Engineer. You will design test plans, procedures, and scripts to validate space-grade hardware and ensure it performs in extreme conditions after launch.

You will lead testing across environmental tests, develop automation, analyze data, and produce test reports. The role requires US citizenship, a 5+ year aerospace testing background, and occasional travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Computer Science, or related field.
• 5+ years aerospace/space Test Engineering experience.
• Experience writing test plans, procedures, and data packages.
• Experience with environmental testing (TVAC, Vibration, and Shock).
• Scripting and automation skills (Python).
• Experience with Linux (OS).
• US Citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Design testing plans, procedures, and scripts to validate space-grade hardware.
• Develop test methods and equipment to ensure reliability per requirements.
• Compile data and update testing equipment or procedures.
• Test all customer hardware and perform special tests.
• Coordinate with requirements team to test applications.
• Perform analysis, diagnostics, and preliminary evaluations.
• Develop scripted testing automation and implement test processes.
• Produce reports and track test metrics.
• Travel up to 15% and occasional out-of-state travel.
• Work outside business hours as needed.

Skills

Test engineering

Python scripting

Environmental testing

Linux

PCA troubleshooting

Travel availability

US Citizenship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Computer Science

Job description

Loadpath, LLC part of Redwire Space in Albuquerque, NM, is seeking a Hardware Test Engineer. You will design test plans, procedures, and scripts to validate space-grade hardware and ensure it performs in extreme conditions after launch.

You will lead testing across environmental tests, develop automation, analyze data, and produce test reports. The role requires US citizenship, a 5+ year aerospace testing background, and occasional travel.