Electrical Test Engineer - Space Technologies

AeroVironment-posted 3 days ago

$71,852 - $101,850/Yr

Full-time • Mid Level

Albuquerque, NM

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AV is seeking an experienced Test Engineer for multiple programs within the Space Technologies division. The Space Technologies division has been developing the techniques, systems, subsystems, and design elements required to implement high reliability optomechanical and electrical systems. The Test Engineer is a key member of an integrated team operating in a very dynamic environment. The candidate will work across engineering disciplines to help define V&V statements, develop SW for automated tests and provide overall systems support for multiple programs. The ideal candidate will have an electrical engineering background to support the development, verification, and qualification of spaceflight hardware. In this role, you will be responsible for planning and executing tests on electrical systems, harnesses, and embedded electronics used in spacecraft and space science instruments. On any given day the selected candidate may be asked to perform the following: Work within the systems test team to refine System/Subsystem requirement verification statements and verification cross-reference matrices to ensure the requirements are testable. Develop and execute comprehensive test plans for spaceflight hardware, ensuring all electrical components and systems meet functional and performance specifications. Utilize test equipment such as logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, and multimeters to validate design and functionality. Conduct detailed timing analysis and signal integrity checks on high-speed digital interfaces (e.g., SPI, I2C, LVDS, SpaceWire), ensuring accurate communication between subsystems. Work closely with electrical design engineers, systems engineers, and software teams to troubleshoot issues and optimize performance. Develop and design hardware and software for automated test equipment as well as supporting existing systems. Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams and technicians. Work with a multi-disciplinary team to achieve system test design automation, integration, SIL integration, and off-site tests. Work with the Systems Team to ensure proper requirement Verification and Validation methodology and execution. Analyze test data, identify anomalies, and provide recommendations for design improvements to ensure product reliability and performance. Support failure investigation, troubleshooting, and resolutions.

Work within the systems test team to refine System/Subsystem requirement verification statements and verification cross-reference matrices to ensure the requirements are testable.
Develop and execute comprehensive test plans for spaceflight hardware, ensuring all electrical components and systems meet functional and performance specifications.
Utilize test equipment such as logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, and multimeters to validate design and functionality.
Conduct detailed timing analysis and signal integrity checks on high-speed digital interfaces (e.g., SPI, I2C, LVDS, SpaceWire), ensuring accurate communication between subsystems.
Work closely with electrical design engineers, systems engineers, and software teams to troubleshoot issues and optimize performance.
Develop and design hardware and software for automated test equipment as well as supporting existing systems.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams and technicians.
Work with a multi-disciplinary team to achieve system test design automation, integration, SIL integration, and off-site tests.
Work with the Systems Team to ensure proper requirement Verification and Validation methodology and execution.
Analyze test data, identify anomalies, and provide recommendations for design improvements to ensure product reliability and performance.
Support failure investigation, troubleshooting, and resolutions.

B.S. or higher in Electrical Engineering plus 2 years related experience.
Proficiency with logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, and other electrical test equipment.
Familiarity with environmental test standards for space hardware (e.g., NASA GEVS, MIL-STD-1540, ect.)
Experience performing board-level checkout and debugging of complex electronic assemblies.
Experience in automated control and measurement systems.
Experience in System design, Verification, and Validation
Experience testing performance of systems in a cleanroom environment.
Experience developing integration and test plans/procedures and reports.
Experience in signal processing.
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance
ITAR Requirement: This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

B.S. or higher in (Engineering or related field) with 3 – 6 years of experience
3+ years of experience in electrical engineering roles (spaceflight or aerospace preferred).
Familiarity with FPGA- or microcontroller-based systems and associated debugging techniques.
Solid understanding of embedded systems and digital interfaces (e.g., SPI, I2C, UART, LVDS, SpaceWire, etc.).
Hands-on experience in conducting environmental tests for spaceflight hardware or satellite systems in a cleanroom environment.
Experience with MATLAB, Simulink, LabVIEW, Python, and JAVA
Strong leadership and communication skills
Ability to assume technical responsibility for pieces of a program or multiple programs.
Clearance Level Secret

AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.
For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.
We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.

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