Electrical Test Design Engineer

Location: Onsite, Phoenix Area

A pioneering innovator in space-grade electronics is seeking an experienced Electrical Test Design Engineer to contribute to the testing and validation of advanced embedded computing systems used in high-stakes aerospace and defense missions. This is a full-time, onsite opportunity in the greater Phoenix, Arizona area, ideal for an engineer passionate about pushing the boundaries of technology used in orbit, on the Moon, and beyond.

This organization is at the forefront of space systems innovation, delivering mission-critical hardware solutions that support lunar exploration, satellite communications, defense-grade systems, and beyond. They operate in partnership with elite space programs and defense agencies and are known for producing high-reliability solutions for space flight hardware.

What Sets This Opportunity Apart:

• Work on mission-critical systems with applications that include lunar rovers, satellite payloads, and beyond-Earth exploration.
• Join a culture that empowers innovation, autonomy, and technical excellence.
• Collaborate with a trusted team in a high-accountability, low-ego environment focused on making real-world impact.
• Be part of a company shaping the future of aerospace and spaceflight electronics.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and build specialized electrical test systems that support the integration and validation of avionics systems.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure all test solutions meet stringent system-level and contract performance requirements.
• Select and integrate Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) instruments where applicable and design custom fixtures, cabling, and interface hardware.
• Develop test software using LabVIEW for instrument control, UI development, and integration with test workflows.
• Write firmware test scripts in Python or PERL and coordinate automated testing with embedded VxWorks-based systems using C.
• Produce and maintain all required documentation, including schematics, assembly diagrams, bill of materials (BOM), and test procedures.
• Author Integration and Test Plans, Environmental Test Plans, and Acceptance Test Procedures for delivery to clients and internal teams.
• Collaborate closely with cross-disciplinary teams to validate and verify custom embedded computing platforms and power systems.
• Occasionally assist in FPGA/VHDL validation and testing workflows.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 3–5 years of relevant engineering experience with embedded system validation and hardware-in-the-loop testing.
• Proficient in C programming and scripting languages such as Python or PERL.
• Strong background in LabVIEW development and hardware interfacing.
• Comfortable working with schematic design tools (Visio, Intercept Mozaix, or similar).
• Experience developing cable harness drawings and custom interface boards.
• Ability to manage documentation control within structured systems and workflows.
• Strong collaboration and time management skills, with a proactive and hands-on engineering mindset.

Preferred Experience:

• Exposure to FPGA programming (VHDL) or digital logic test methodologies.
• Experience in aerospace, defense, or satellite system environments.
• Familiarity with onboard data management systems and power distribution infrastructure.

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