Job description

We are s eeking an experienced Principal Electrical Test Engineer to support the design, development, and verification of advanced spaceflight avionics systems. The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer with deep experience in electrical test systems, ground support equipment (EGSE), hardware/software integration, and automated test development in a regulated aerospace environment. Key Responsibilities • Design and develop Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE) including hardware, software, and documentation • Select and integrate COTS test instruments , custom test enclosures, and cabling • Ensure test hardware validates all contractual and design requirements of the Unit Under Test (UUT) • Support testing of avionics systems including Single Board Computers (SBCs) , analog/digital I/O, C&DH systems, and Electrical Power Systems (EPS) • Develop test interfaces for subsystems involving power switching, solar array switching, and battery charging • Contribute to hardware design reviews and system integration efforts • Develop LabVIEW VIs for instrument control, monitoring, telemetry, and user interfaces • Create Python or PERL scripts for automated test execution • Interface with VxWorks-based systems and support integration with embedded C code • Collaborate on FPGA-related test efforts (VHDL familiarity preferred) • Create and maintain schematics, cable drawings, assembly instructions, and parts lists • Author formal Integration & Test Plans, Environmental Test Plans, and Acceptance Test Procedures • Maintain documentation using company-controlled systems and standard tools (Visio, Excel, Word) • Work cross-functionally with engineering disciplines and program teams • Mentor junior engineers in test development, debugging, and execution • Take ownership of schedules, deliverables, and technical outcomes Required Qualifications • Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering • 7–10+ years of experience in electrical test engineering or aerospace systems testing • Strong programming experience in LabVIEW, C, Python, or PERL • Experience with circuit board design , electrical schematics, and cable drawings • Knowledge of embedded systems and hardware/software integration • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Visio • Self-driven, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in regulated environments Compensation & Benefits • Competitive salary range based on experience and location • Comprehensive benefits package including: • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance • 401(k) with company match and profit sharing • Employee Stock Purchase Plan • Flexible Paid Time Off and paid holidays • Tuition assistance and professional development programs • Hybrid work environment and strong work-life balance culture Additional Information • Security Clearance Required: No • U.S. Export Control Compliance: Required (U.S. persons only) • Visa Sponsorship: Not available • Visa Sponsorship: Not available • Travel: Occasional

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We are s eeking an experienced Principal Electrical Test Engineer to support the design, development, and verification of advanced spaceflight avionics systems.
Design and develop Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE) including hardware, software, and documentation
Select and integrate COTS test instruments , custom test enclosures, and cabling
Ensure test hardware validates all contractual and design requirements of the Unit Under Test (UUT)
Support testing of avionics systems including Single Board Computers (SBCs) , analog/digital I/O, C&DH systems, and Electrical Power Systems (EPS)
Develop test interfaces for subsystems involving power switching, solar array switching, and battery charging
Contribute to hardware design reviews and system integration efforts
Develop LabVIEW VIs for instrument control, monitoring, telemetry, and user interfaces
Create Python or PERL scripts for automated test execution
Interface with VxWorks-based systems and support integration with embedded C code
Create and maintain schematics, cable drawings, assembly instructions, and parts lists
Author formal Integration & Test Plans, Environmental Test Plans, and Acceptance Test Procedures
Maintain documentation using company-controlled systems and standard tools (Visio, Excel, Word)
Work cross-functionally with engineering disciplines and program teams
Mentor junior engineers in test development, debugging, and execution
Take ownership of schedules, deliverables, and technical outcomes
Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering
7–10+ years of experience in electrical test engineering or aerospace systems testing
Strong programming experience in LabVIEW, C, Python, or PERL
Experience with circuit board design , electrical schematics, and cable drawings
Knowledge of embedded systems and hardware/software integration
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Visio
Self-driven, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in regulated environments

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Collaborate on FPGA-related test efforts (VHDL familiarity preferred)

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Platform: manatal
Effort: medium

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Dental

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401(K)

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Professional Development