Vehicle Integration and Test Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation•Chantilly, VA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space. The Aerospace Corporation’s Experiment Lab, xLab, develops prototypes, instruments, pathfinders, and demonstration systems to address our customers’ hardest problems at the speed of need. We engage with our customers to conceptualize innovative solutions and deliver impactful products for ground and space and everything in between. We are looking for engineers with a passion for design, a commitment to teamwork and a desire to help xLab make a difference to today’s challenges. xLab is seeking a Vehicle Integration a nd Test Engineer (MTS/Sr. MTS Interdisciplinary Vehicle Engineering and Integration) to support assembly integration & test activities for flight hardware prototyping projects. You will work under guidance of experienced systems engineers and project SMEs to ensure successful execution of project activities. The work will be hands-on and take place at the Aerospace Chantilly labs. Work Model This is a full-time position based in Chantilly, VA., that requires 4 days a week onsite and one day remote.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering, physics or a related technical discipline
2 years of technical work experience that includes advanced prototype development or technology insertion
Experience working in a laboratory environment and with equipment such as: power supplies, logic analyzers, oscilloscope, signal generator, thermal chamber, development boards etc.
Knowledge of processes relevant to space flight hardware
Experience working with Linux
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
4 total years of technical work experience that includes advanced prototype development or technology insertion (Senior Member of Technical Staff)

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in engineering, physics or a related technical discipline
Experience working with embedded systems (microcontrollers, Arduinos, etc.)
Experience working with OpenC3/COSMOS/Labview
Experience with programming (Python, C++, etc.)
Experience with software version control (bitbucket, git, etc..)
PCB design, schematic, layout experience
CAD design for GSE
Experience with environmental testing of hardware (vibration, thermal, thermal vacuum, shock etc.)

Responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of system operating procedures for functional checkout, environmental testing, spacecraft integration, commissioning, and mission operations
Responsible for identifying necessary ground support equipment and tools to execute test procedures
Support with test setup and execution
Configuring and interfacing with test and measurement equipment
Writing test scripts in Python
Data analysis and report generation

Benefits

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
Flexible spending accounts
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
Relocation assistance
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
Education assistance programs
A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect