Test Specialist, Avionics (Starshield)
Core
Designing tooling, processes, and test procedures to support the rapid production of Starshield satellites for national security missions.
Role type
Production test specialist (avionics)
Builds
Starshield satellites (government communications, Earth observation, hosted payloads)
Domain
Aerospace / Satellite manufacturing / Avionics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
electronic testing, troubleshooting, hardware fabrication (harnessing, soldering, crimping), Linux server configuration, Python scripting, test automation support
Preferred skills
engineering degree, experience with portable measuring devices, sub-system development testing
Technologies
Python, Linux, thermal vacuum chambers (TVAC), electromagnetic interference (EMI) testing
Responsibilities
Design and document test procedures for development and flight hardware; Perform tests using automated scripts and derive pass/fail criteria; Assist in designing and fabricating hardware (harnesses, fixtures, racks); Troubleshoot failing hardware and write rework instructions; Configure Linux-based servers for HITL and factory environments; Support satellite qualification testing (TVAC, EMI); Fabricate and repair cable harnesses.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC