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Tech Lead, System Validation

San Francisco OfficeFull-time$145k2026-10-05 → 2026-11-10
On-site

Core

Own the end-to-end buildup, maintenance, and tooling of multi-mission system validation testbeds to ensure satellite software and firmware updates are validated safely before deployment.

Role type

Senior Tech Lead, System Validation

Builds

Multi-mission system validation testbeds and supporting tooling

Domain

Aerospace / Satellite Operations / Systems Engineering

Deliverable

infrastructure

Required skills

Linux/UNIX server administration, IP Networks, Docker, Bash scripting, Python, testbed engineering, hardware configuration management, stakeholder engagement, roadmap planning, anomaly triage

Preferred skills

Satellite manufacturing and testing experience, project management with cross-functional teams, training material development

Technologies

Linux, UNIX, Docker, Bash, Python

Responsibilities

Define and execute roadmap for testbed buildout and maintenance; Design and develop tooling for testbed users; Manage testbed hardware and software configuration; Maximize testbed uptime by triaging anomalies; Drive stakeholder engagement and prioritization of feature requests

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities