Spacecraft Assembly, Integration and Test; AI&T Engineer

Spacecraft Assembly, Integration and Test (AI&T) Engineer

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Umbra is an American space technology company delivering advanced systems, from sensors to spacecraft, that empower customers worldwide with unmatched access to critical information from space. Our mission is simple and ambitious: redefine space—for people, systems, and missions in every domain. Umbra's ecosystem operates through three business units:
Remote Sensing, Space Systems, and Mission Solutions.

Mission Solutions builds on Umbra's expertise in remote sensing and spacecraft operations to engineer platforms for U.S. and allied defense and intelligence missions. Whether it's a custom payload, a full-stack spacecraft, or the infrastructure behind a constellation, our team delivers secure, resilient systems tailored to exacting requirements.

You will lead and support spacecraft and payload AI&T activities at our Goleta, California site and at customer locations domestically and internationally. You will develop and execute hardware and software integration and test plans, along with necessary test equipment, to provide innovative solutions for our customers.

The ideal candidate is an experienced AI&T engineer, a systems thinker, and a solution-focused innovator who excels at solving complex technical challenges using sound engineering principles. Strong communication skills and the ability to travel to customer sites are essential for leading AI&T activities from subsystem integration through launch.

• Lead assembly, integration, and testing of Umbra space products at customer sites.
• Support assembly, integration, and testing of Umbra space products at Umbra sites.
• Become an expert in Umbra products, including spacecraft, payloads, and ground systems.
• Conduct electrical, mechanical, and software integration and troubleshooting.
• Develop and implement hardware and software test procedures and documentation.
• Build and deploy ground support equipment and special test equipment (GSE and STE).Conduct on-site system-level testing.
• Support Umbra customers and train end users for testing and operations.
• Travel periodically to support integration, testing, and troubleshooting activities at Umbra and customer sites. Expected travel is around 25%.
• Perform other assigned professional duties.

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.
• 5‑8+ years of relevant technical experience.
• Strong understanding of spacecraft and payload subsystems.
• Experience with integration, testing, launch, and operations.
• Experience with flight software, test software, and end-to-end system testing.
• Demonstrated experience with hardware/software troubleshooting and anomaly resolution.
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact effectively with customers and Umbra staff.
• Good communication skills, ability to collaborate in a team, documentation, and willingness to learn new technologies.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast‑paced development environment.
• Ability to travel around 25% of the time, both domestic and international, with some durations longer than a week.

• Delivered spacecraft and subsystems to stakeholders.
• Built and delivered ground support equipment.
• Experienced in testing automation.
• Developed end-to-end mission solutions.
• Expertise in electrical or software disciplines.

• Flexible Time Off, Sick, Family & Medical Leave
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD, STD (employer funded)
• Vol Life, Critical Illness, Accidental, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance (employee funded)
• 401(k) with 3% non-elective company contribution
• Stock Options
• Free Parking
• Free lunch in office daily

Umbra is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

In compliance with federal laws, all hired persons will be required to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I‑9 Form) upon hire.

This position may include access to technology and/or data subject to U.S. export controls pursuant to ITAR and EAR. All persons hired must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, refugee or asylee, or must otherwise be eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or U.S. Department of Commerce as applicable.

The Compensation Range for this role is $140,000 - $190,000 DOE.