Senior Spacecraft Environmental Test Engineer
Apex Technology, Inc.•Los Angeles, CA
•$135,000 - $175,000•Hybrid
About The Position
Apex is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Environmental Test Engineer specializing in environmental testing and checkouts. This candidate will play a critical role in ensuring the reliability and performance of our space systems and components through testing procedures. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing test protocols & equipment that focus on simulating environmental conditions our spacecraft will encounter during their lifecycle.
Requirements
- U.S. Persons status is required as this position needs to access export-controlled data
- Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- 8+ years of experience in environmental testing within the aerospace industry.
- Strong knowledge of aerospace testing standards, protocols, and regulations such as MIL-STD-461, GSFC-STD-7000, SMC-S-016, MIL-STD-810, etc.
- Experience with operating and maintaining environmental testing equipment.
- Experience and understanding of instrumentation used during environmental testing (i.e. thermocouples, accelerometers, DAQ’s, etc.)
- Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
Nice To Haves
- Certification in relevant aerospace standards
- Experience with avionics functional and/or pneumatic pressure testing
- Experience in programming (Python, LabVIEW, etc.)
- Experience bringing environmental testing to a high production rate
- Knowledge of data acquisition and analysis software
Responsibilities
- Develop, execute, and manage test plans, procedures, protocols, and requirements for a variety of different types of environmental testing/checkouts – including vibration & shock testing, thermal cycling & TVAC testing, EMI/EMC testing, and pneumatic pressure testing
- Scope, purchase, set-up and maintain various pieces of environmental testing equipment (i.e. Vibration Shakers, Thermal Chambers, etc.)
- Perform both production & qualification level environmental testing, including functional and performance checks, to ensure compliance.
- Analyze test data, interpret results, and generate comprehensive test reports.
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, and action issues across several kinds of systems on both spacecraft and test equipment
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including production, design, and quality assurance to identify & resolve issues
- Continuously improve testing processes and methodologies to enhance both accuracy and efficiency.
- Provide technical support and guidance to engineers and technicians.
- Stay updated on industry trends, technologies, and best practices in environmental testing.
Benefits
- Equity in Apex
- 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents
- $100k life insurance at no cost
- Comprehensive PTO package - starting at 15 days vacation, growing to 20+ days annually
- 10 paid holidays
- Competitive 401(k) plan with generous matching - 100% match on first 3%, 50% on next 2%
- 8 weeks paid parental leave
- Childcare reimbursement up to $350/day for work-related travel
- Daily catered lunch
- Unlimited snacks
- Monthly office socials
- Pickleball tournaments
- Run club
- Gatherings for you and your family
- Dream desk setup and all the tools you need to be your most productive self
- World-class Playa Vista office
- Flexibility to integrate work and life
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
