Senior AIT Engineer

Ready to make connectivity from space universally accessible, secure, and actionable? Then you’ve come to the right place!

E-Space is bridging Earth and space to enable hyper-scaled deployments of Internet of Things (IoT) solutions and services. We are building a highly-advanced low Earth orbit (LEO) space system that will fundamentally change the design, economics, manufacturing, and service delivery associated with traditional satellite and terrestrial IoT systems.

We’re intentional, curious, and committed to innovating space-based communications and delivering actionable intelligence to expand global economies, protect space and our planet, and improve overall quality of life.

As a Senior AIT Engineer, you will participate in the assembly, integration, and testing (AIT) activities of E-Space satellites. You will test thousands of flight hardware units and contribute directly to the success of an innovative satellite architecture on-orbit.

This position is based in Saratoga, CA.

• Spacecraft sub-system acceptance: Organize the acceptance of spacecraft sub-systems before integration to the flatsat (EM) or satellite structure (FM).
• EM flatsat activities: Define V&V requirements, GSE definition and procurement, create and execute satellite procedures on the flatsat, collect results, ensure V&V compliance, and participate in qualification test campaigns.
• FM AIT activities: Define GSE, create and execute procedures on the FM spacecraft, collect results, ensure V&V compliance, and participate in environmental test campaigns.

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering
• 7+ years of spacecraft engineering experience
• Experience with satellite AIT campaigns
• Understanding of spacecraft subsystem development
• Knowledge of electrical test equipment, procedures, data acquisition, and instrumentation
• Experience with environmental testing (vibration, shock, thermal, TVAC)
• Programming skills in Python, MATLAB/Simulink
• Ability to work successfully in a dynamic environment

• Experience with radiation effects testing
• Project or program management skills

This is a full-time, exempt position based in Saratoga. The target base salary is $130,000 - $170,000 annually, with total compensation depending on experience and skills.

We seek candidates passionate about LEO satellite component development, design, and in-orbit activities. If this describes your experience, we’d be impressed.

E-Space cannot sponsor employment for candidates without work authorization in the role’s location.

Why E-Space is right for you:

Join us to play a key role in driving success, with a dedication to our mission of creating new global capabilities. Our environment values innovation, responsibility, and professional growth, though sometimes extra hours may be needed to meet critical deadlines.

We support your well-being and development through various benefits, including competitive salaries, health options, learning opportunities, and more. Expect to make a meaningful impact in a high-growth industry.