Test Engineer (Avionics Test Lab)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Own flight hardware through thermal, vibration, and other screening procedures and serve as primary contact for any associated issues or stoppages
• Ensure all avionics flight hardware meets SpaceX and customer requirements at the conclusion of testing process
• Write automation software in Python to interact with flight hardware, test equipment, instrumentation, and production documentation
• Troubleshoot test software and modify codebase to adjust test bounds, implement fixes, and incorporate updates as needed
• Collaborate with mechanical/electrical design, quality, and production teams solve high-complexity testing challenges
• Drive continuous improvement efforts to increase throughput and reduce cost to meet launch target
• BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, or physics
• 1+ years of experience in a hardware and/or software testing environment
• 1+ years of experience in any of the following languages: Python, C#, C++, JavaScript, Visual Basic, MATLAB, and/or LabVIEW
• PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
• Knowledge of and experience with avionics hardware including flight computers, gas sensors, controllers, antennas, transmitters, receivers, and PCBAs
• Experience developing object-oriented software and automated test software
• Experience with environmental testing such as thermal, vibration, shock, and thermal vacuum
• Understanding of electrical schematics and electronics manufacturing to analyze and improve test coverage
• Proven track record solving complex problems with minimal supervision and on a tight schedule
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Standing, lifting, and carrying equipment up to 25 lbs. unassisted
• Must be available to work extended hours and weekends as needed
• COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay Range: Level 1: $105,000.00 - $140,000.00 Level 2: $120,000.00 - $170,000.00