What are the responsibilities and job description for the Test Engineer Journeyman position at Red Canyon Engineering & Software?
Overview
We’re seeking a Test Engineer (Journeyman) to support a space weather satellite mission operations program, focused on integration and validation of mission-critical systems. This role is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in testing methodologies and a passion for ensuring system reliability in a complex, high-impact environment.
What You’ll Do
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
We’re seeking a Test Engineer (Journeyman) to support a space weather satellite mission operations program, focused on integration and validation of mission-critical systems. This role is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in testing methodologies and a passion for ensuring system reliability in a complex, high-impact environment.
What You’ll Do
- Support integration and testing of satellite mission operations systems
- Execute test plans across telemetry & command (T&C), data operations, and mission applications
- Perform trending and analysis to validate system performance and identify anomalies
- Develop, maintain, and execute automated test scripts using modern testing frameworks
- Utilize test management tools to track test cases, defects, and overall system quality
- Troubleshoot system issues, identify root causes, and support resolution efforts
- Collaborate with software, systems, and operations teams to ensure seamless integration and delivery
- 4 years of experience in test engineering or integration testing
- Foundational knowledge of testing methodologies, tools, and best practices
- Experience with telemetry & command systems, data operations, or mission-based applications
- Hands-on experience with test tools such as Zephyr Scale (or similar test management tools)
- Experience with automated testing frameworks such as Cucumber and Cypress
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills for system validation and defect identification
- Basic programming or scripting experience (e.g., JavaScript, Python)
- Experience supporting satellite or space-based systems
- Familiarity with integration testing in mission-critical or real-time environments
- Exposure to DevOps or CI/CD pipelines for automated testing
- Experience working in DoD, aerospace, or regulated environments
- Strong communication and collaboration skills across cross-functional teams
- Opportunity to support mission-critical space systems with real-world impact
- Hands-on role working across integration, testing, and system validation
- Collaborative team environment with exposure to cutting-edge space technologies
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Salary : $73,000 - $110,000