HITL Engineer
Core
Design, implement, and maintain Hardware-In-The-Loop (HITL) testbeds integrating flight-like hardware and high-fidelity simulation for satellite system validation and verification.
Role type
Senior IC Hardware-In-The-Loop Testbed Engineer
Builds
High-fidelity vehicle testbeds, GSE racks, and harness drawings for satellite missions
Domain
Aerospace / Satellite Systems / Test & Integration
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
HITL testbed design and operation, flight representative hardware integration, test rack and harnessing design, avionics system troubleshooting, electrical test equipment usage (PSU, Oscilloscope, DMM), ESD sensitive equipment handling, technical documentation
Preferred skills
Python, Rust, Linux systems, containerized solutions (Docker), contractual interface management
Technologies
HITL, Flatsat, Docker, Linux
Responsibilities
Design high-fidelity vehicle testbeds with responsible and software engineers; Operate HITL testbeds for system validation, verification, and on-orbit operations; Integrate and test flight representative hardware; Collaborate on building hardware simulation equipment; Own and maintain HITL table configuration and GSE racks; Create and release harness drawings; Investigate and troubleshoot testbed issues; Design and maintain HITL racks for customer deployment; Support training events for mission operators
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC