Avionics Test Engineer

K2 Space is a company working on spacecraft development, focusing on innovative satellite technology.
$100,000 - $160,000
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Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
2+ years of experience
Space

Description For Avionics Test Engineer

As an Avionics Test Engineer at K2 Space, you will be responsible for the success of avionics testing involving computing, data acquisition, RF, and power subsystems crucial to satellite operation. In your first 6 months, you'll develop production quality test hardware and software for the first Mega satellite integration. You'll work with the Electrical Engineering team to understand system interfacing, validate prototype hardware, define test criteria, and design test infrastructure. Within a year, you'll lead multidisciplinary test campaigns, root cause investigations, and production improvements for reliability and scalability.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Designing and fabricating test hardware and systems
  • Executing development and production tests
  • Leading satellite subsystem test campaigns
  • Developing data acquisition and control systems
  • Creating modular test automation software
  • Managing test assets and acceptance testing readiness
  • Designing device simulators for testbeds
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical, aerospace, or related engineering field
  • 2+ years of experience in test hardware design and software management
  • Programming skills in Python, C++, Rust
  • Experience with electrical assembly design and testing

The role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including unlimited PTO, medical/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, and paid parental leave. K2 Space values diversity and encourages applications from candidates with non-traditional career paths.

Note: This position requires U.S. Person status due to export control regulations (ITAR).

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Responsibilities For Avionics Test Engineer

  • Design and fabricate test hardware, harnessing, and test systems to support electrical development testing
  • Execute development and production tests to meet internal and external customer needs
  • Lead satellite subsystem test campaigns from kickoff, through test report, and beyond
  • Develop data acquisition, control, and instrumentation systems at the integrated level
  • Develop modular, reusable test automation software and drivers in Linux, Python, C++, Rust, etc.
  • Own the project management of multiple test assets and acceptance testing readiness including upgrades to support avionics hardware lifecycle
  • Design device simulators deployed across component subsystem and HITL testbeds
  • Collaborate with a cross-functional team to establish product requirements, testing methods, and project test schedules

Requirements For Avionics Test Engineer

Python
Rust
Linux
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical, aerospace, or other relevant engineering discipline
  • 2+ years of experience with test hardware design and software management
  • Practical programming abilities (Python, C++, Rust)
  • Experience designing, building, and testing electrical assemblies and test fixtures

Benefits For Avionics Test Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Parental Leave
  • Unlimited paid time off
  • Medical coverage
  • Dental coverage
  • Vision coverage
  • Life insurance
  • Paid parental leave

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