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Spacecraft Electrical Systems Test Engineer

Associates Systems LLC
San Jose, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/15/2026

Come join our growing team of enterprising engineers paving a way to the next frontier of space transportation. 
This is a full time opportunity with a host of benefits.
All qualified resumes will be responded to in 24hrs or less.
Due to the nature of this work candidates must be a U.S. Citizen



Electrical Systems Test Engineer 

Support spacecraft and subsystem testing, integration, validation, and on-orbit mission operations.

Desired Skills

  • Knowledge of spacecraft avionics, failure modes, and debugging

  • Understanding of spacecraft ops, flight software qualification, and/or GNC

  • Working knowledge of spacecraft design and integration

  • Configuration management familiarity

  • Model-based systems engineering exposure

  • Requirements management, validation, and verification

  • Hands-on work with digital/analog/mixed-signal electronics

  • Experience with DoD/USG programs; ability to hold a clearance

Required Skills

  • Spacecraft avionics integration and testing

  • Embedded systems experience

  • Embedded software regression testing

  • Lab equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, analyzers, power supplies)

  • Python test automation and scripting

  • Data analysis for performance validation and anomaly detection

  • Ability to work independently

  • Strong technical, written, and verbal communication skills

Core Responsibilities

  • Support spacecraft integration, qualification, and acceptance testing

  • Build test plans and procedures for spacecraft and subsystems

  • Support flight software testing and on-orbit ops/anomaly resolution

  • Maintain lab facilities and contribute to ICDs/ICNs

  • Participate in NCRs, ECNs, and redline reviews

  • Contribute to process improvements (PLM/CM)

  • Work flexible hours as required for test/ops

Education

  • BS in Aerospace or Electrical Engineering

  • 5 years relevant experience

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