Test Engineer - Electric Propulsion, Satellites (Starlink)
Core
Designing and executing rigorous test campaigns for electric thrusters and components to ensure qualification for Starlink satellite flight conditions.
Role type
Test Engineer (Electric Propulsion)
Builds
Electric thrusters and propulsion systems for Starlink satellites
Domain
Aerospace / Satellite Propulsion
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Test design and execution, Hardware testing, Test stand design and fabrication, Data acquisition system operation, Troubleshooting, Mechanical system design, Python programming, Numerical data analysis, Technical documentation, Collaboration with design engineers
Preferred skills
Master's degree in engineering, Production test systems experience, Hardware automation software, Aerospace propulsion systems knowledge, Test instrumentation usage, CAD modeling, MATLAB, C/C++
Technologies
Beckhoff/TwinCat DAQ, Python, Windows OS, MATLAB, C/C++, Unigraphics NX, Oscilloscopes, Pressure transducers, Flowmeters
Responsibilities
Develop and execute test plans for thruster and component qualification, Design and fabricate test stands and diagnostic equipment, Provide direction to technicians for test article integration, Operate and troubleshoot high-vacuum facilities and electric thrusters, Analyze test data using numerical tools to validate hardware performance, Automate test operations to increase efficiency, Collaborate with reliability and software teams on anomaly investigations
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC