Satellite SEIT Engineer: Integration & Test

A leading aerospace organization is seeking a Satellite System Integration & Test (SEIT) Engineer to support spacecraft verification, validation, and system integration.

This role sits at the intersection of systems engineering, test execution, and hardware/software integration, supporting satellite programs from requirements through formal validation.

• Translate requirements into verification strategies, test plans, and procedures
• Execute testing across Flatsat, HWIL, and SWIL environments
• Develop automated test scripts (TCL, Python, or similar)
• Serve as Test Conductor for formal validation events
• Troubleshoot hardware/software issues and document results, anomalies, and closures
• Support cross-functional integration and test execution

• Assist with requirements decomposition and system architecture artifacts
• Contribute to CONOPS, interface documentation, and trade studies

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM field
• 3+ years in aerospace systems, integration, or test engineering
• Experience with verification, validation, or integration activities
• Experience with test automation/scripting (TCL, Python, or similar)
• Familiarity with systems engineering processes and test documentation

• Hands-on experience with Flatsat, HWIL/SWIL, or simulation environments
• Experience troubleshooting integrated hardware/software systems
• Familiarity with command & control systems (e.g., TERMA CCS5 or similar)

• Ability to execute and support real test campaigns
• Comfortable working across hardware, software, and system interfaces
• Experience supporting or leading validation events and readiness reviews

• Location:
  
  Hybrid or onsite (program dependent)
• Engagement:
  Contract, Contract-to-Hire, or Direct Hire
• Compensation:
  Competitive, based on experience

This role is supported by SET Development, providing specialized engineering talent to leading aerospace and defense programs.

Client details shared during the interview process.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• U.S. citizenship may be required for certain programs or customer requirements.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Ability to work for extended periods at a computer workstation.
• Ability to participate in virtual meetings and teleconferences.
• Ability to travel domestically as required.

SET Development, LLC is an Equal Opportunity organization. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

Are you a U.S. citizen or authorized to work on export-controlled programs without sponsorship?

Do you currently hold an active security clearance?*

Have you ever been convicted of a felony?*

Which best describes your recent experience?*

Have you worked in a hardware/software integration environment? (e.g., Flatsat, HWIL, SWIL, lab-based system testing)?

Have you executed or supported formal verification / validation testing (not just planning)?

What scripting or automation experience do you have?

Have you troubleshot integrated system issues across hardware + software?

Are you open to relocation if required?

The following questions are entirely optional. To comply with government Equal Employment Opportunity and/or Affirmative Action reporting regulations, we are requesting (but NOT requiring) that you enter this personal data. This information will not be used in connection with any employment decisions, and will be used solely as permitted by state and federal law. Your voluntary cooperation would be appreciated. Learn more .