Assembly Integration & Test Engineer, Satellites
Core
Founding Assembly, Integration & Test Engineer building the physical build, integration, and test infrastructure for Vast's next-generation satellites from scratch.
Role type
Senior IC Assembly, Integration & Test Engineer (Satellites)
Builds
Flight-ready satellite hardware and the manufacturing/test infrastructure to produce them at rate
Domain
Aerospace / Satellite Manufacturing & Test
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> physical/clinical work (specifically: flight hardware integration and test infrastructure)
Required skills
spacecraft integration, environmental testing (thermal vacuum, random vibration), test plan development, hardware troubleshooting, test automation (C/C++/Python/MATLAB), GSE design, process improvement, root cause analysis
Preferred skills
security clearance, multi-unit/constellation build experience, clean room operations, electrical test equipment proficiency, automated test system design, spacecraft subsystem knowledge (C&DH, ADCS, EPS, COMM), 3D CAD (NX), RF testing, launch campaign experience
Technologies
C, C++, Python, MATLAB, NX, oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, PSU, DMM
Responsibilities
Lead integration and test campaigns across all development levels; define test philosophy and qualification strategies; develop and execute environmental test plans; design and maintain ground support equipment; partner with design engineering on Design for Manufacture and Test; diagnose hardware failures and drive root cause resolution; plan integration facility footprint
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC