Senior Avionics Test Engineer

Analyze avionics telemetry and sensor data during execution of simulated flight profiles to ensure hardware conforms to technical performance margins.

Lead the investigation and troubleshooting of electrical failures, telemetry drops, and hardware-software anomalies discovered during test campaigns.

Define environmental qualification test plans (thermal vacuum, vibration, shock, EMI/EMC) specifically tailored for avionics flight hardware.

Mentor junior test engineers, standardizing data-driven analysis techniques and automated test suite architectures.

Required Qualifications

Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government Secret/Top Secret security clearance.

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent technical experience.

Typically 5+ years of hands-on experience testing and validating high-reliability avionics, complex electrical subsystems, or embedded systems.

Strong proficiency in Python or equivalent programming languages for test automation, hardware scripting, and data analysis.

Direct experience configuring and utilizing standard laboratory diagnostic equipment (oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, spectrum analyzers, and logic analyzers).

Experience building or operating automated test environments, HIL test beds, or telemetry systems.

Deep technical understanding of analog/digital signal path debugging and serial communication protocols.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Desired Qualifications

Experience qualifying avionics hardware to military or aerospace environmental standards, including TCYC, TVAC, shock, and vibe qualification campaigns.

Familiarity with RF telemetry, high-voltage battery systems, and pyrotechnic trigger systems.

Experience with aerospace safety-critical systems or fault-tolerant hardware architectures.

Prior experience supporting full-vehicle integration campaigns.

Prior experience in a fast-paced aerospace startup or small hardware development team.

Our office headquarters is located in Playa Vista, CA. This position requires in office presence.

The California annual base salary for this role is currently $137,000 - $193,000. Pay Grades are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual pay will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: interviews and an assessment of several factors that are unique to each candidate, job-related skills, relevant education and experience, certifications, abilities of the candidate and internal equity.