Senior Test Engineer

The Test Engineer  at Exo Terra will work with multiple disciplines to build, integrate, and test spacecraft and propulsion electrical systems at the component, subsystem and system levels.

The test engineer will select test equipment, develop test procedures, and execute testing of flight hardware based on requirements in a dynamic production atmosphere.

• Develop, write, review, and implement test plans, test procedures and SOPs
• Assist in the planning, development and implementation of testing activities
• Participate in Non-conformance resolution and perform testing to find root cause
• Perform troubleshooting to determine failure and resolutions on non-conforming hardware
• Perform system and component level testing in vacuum and thermal‑vacuum chambers
• Perform hot‑fire testing of electric propulsion thrusters
• Perform pressure leak testing with vacuum chambers and mass‑spectrometer leak detectors
• Perform electrical functional testing of flight hardware
• Perform vibration and thermal cycle testing
• Take a leadership role, work with engineers of other disciplines to develop test sets tailored for the verification of flight hardware
• Initiate to identify and complete tasks with evolving requirements and minimal direction
• Develop, design and implement hardware and software tools for the production line environment
• Train technicians and test conductors
• Ensure product meets all customer requirements and test procedures capture all required data
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree – Engineering discipline preferred
• Experience with spacecraft testing and requirements
• Experience with AS9100 processes and certification
• Experience with non‑conformance resolution
  
  Experience with testing process development
• Good written and verbal communication skills

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Competitive salary range: $89,000–$158,000 (dependent on experience and qualifications). Exo Terra offers a comprehensive total compensation package, including competitive salary, a discretionary annual bonus plan, paid time off (PTO), a comprehensive health benefits package, and various other benefits. When you join our team, you’re not just an employee; you become part of a dynamic community dedicated to innovation and excellence.

Exo Terra is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.