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As a Sr. Satellite Test Engineer on the Integrated Vehicle Testing team, you will architect test infrastructure and manage the lifecycle of satellites from initial build through functional testing and spacecraft validation. You will collaborate with avionics, payload, and software teams to define requirements, develop complex test plans, and execute campaigns for both development and production initiatives. Your daily work involves designing automated sequences using Python, MATLAB, or C, as well as performing RF/payload testing, link budget validation, and performance characterization. The role focuses on solving the challenge of scaling manufacturing processes to ensure reliable satellite operation in space. You will develop hardware and software for qualification vehicles while ensuring all components are flight-ready. This position requires expertise in aerospace systems, hardware design, and complex system integration within a fast-paced development environment.
Python
MATLAB
C
LabVIEW
NI
CI/CD
Schematic Capture
DFT
DFM
Hardware Validation
Test Automation
Source Control
High-speed Signal Characterization
GEVS
SMC-S-016