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Senior Space Vehicle EO/IR Integration and Test Engineer

andurilindustriesCosta Mesa, CA

💰 $146,000 – $194,000/yrFull-timeelectricianhandyman

Quick Summary

Senior Space Vehicle EO/IR Integration and Test Engineer leading satellite integration and testing campaigns for electro-optical and infrared systems at a defense technology company.

Skills & Keywords

EO/IR integrationTVAC testingPython scriptingsatellite systems

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Lead end-to-end integration and test (I&T) campaigns for space vehicles, focusing on EO/IR payloads
Develop and implement integration and test plans, along with associated operational procedures
Manage schedules and timelines for space vehicle I&T operations to meet project deliverables
Diagnose and resolve anomalies or non-conformances encountered during integration and testing processes
Conduct environmental test campaigns, including thermal vacuum (TVAC), shock, vibration, EMI/EMC, and acoustics testing
Utilize and modify test scripts for test automation, diagnostics, and troubleshooting during space vehicle testing
Operate and maintain test equipment such as bus control test racks for space vehicle test campaign
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including systems, thermal, mechanical, electrical, firmware, and software engineers, to ensure integration and test success
Contribute to the development and refinement of I&T processes for the growing Space AI&T team, with opportunities to expand into mechanical and optical integration tasks

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, System Engineering, or a similar field
At least 8+ years of experience in. relevant field, preferably space and satellite manufacturing, systems engineering, or design of EO/IR hardware
Proven experience leading large-scale space vehicle I&T campaigns with focus on EO/IR systems
Expertise in developing integration and test plans with associated procedures
Strong ability to troubleshoot and resolve anomalies/non-conformances during integration and testing
Hands-on experience with environmental test campaigns (e.g., TVAC, shock, vibration, EMI/EMC, acoustics)
Proficiency in Python scripting for test automation and diagnostics
Experience working with collimators, integrating spheres, theodolites, laser trackers, interferometers, and other optical test equipment
Experience working with classified systems, including performing keying operations
Demonstrated experience utilizing MES/ERP/MRP systems for tracking and managing integration tasks
Active security clearance or ability to obtain a security clearance
Background in testing and integrating electro-optical (EO) and infrared (IR) payloads or instruments
Experience with advanced payload analyses and laboratory measurements with photon transfer, dark current, radiometry, responsivity, distortion mapping, boresight alignments, non-uniformity corrections, point spread function, modulation transfer function, and more
Experience with optical test equipment from Labsphere, 4D Technologies, Leica, SORL, and other industry leaders
Familiarity with integrating space vehicles and payloads at launch sites, including pre-launch checkouts and troubleshooting
Ability to use CAD tools for reviewing or assisting with design modifications related to integration processes
Strong understanding of industry standards for shock, vibration, acoustics, TVAC, and EMI/EMC testing
Advanced experience with handling secure systems and classified operations beyond baseline keying activities
Familiarity with scaling integration and test processes for companies that build multiple satellites at once
History of leading cross-functional engineering teams across hardware, software, thermal, mechanical, and structural disciplines
Previous involvement in the preparation and integration of satellites for launch and mission finalization
Advanced ability to develop or extensively modify Python test scripts for automation and diagnostics
Experience working in fast-paced aerospace companies or startups, showcasing adaptability and innovative problem-solving skills
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ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril’s Space Manufacturing team is seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Space Vehicle EO/IR Integration and Test Engineer to join our Space Assembly, Integration, and Test team. The Space Manufacturing team is responsible for assembly, integration, and test of ground support equipment, PCBA, unit-level, and integrated systems that are vital for our aerospace and defense operations. Your expertise will help ensure that our products meet the highest standards of quality and reliability at Anduril.As the Senior Space Vehicle EO/IR Integration and Test Engineer, you will lead satellite integration and testing campaigns, focusing on EO/IR systems such as photon detecting imagers from visible through long wave infrared wavebands including CMOS and CCD focal planes, thermal sensors including microbolometers, as well as LIDAR and laser range finders. Your responsibilities include developing integration plans and procedures, resolving test anomalies, managing test campaign. schedule, and conducting environmental tests (e.g, TVAC, shock, vibration, EMI/EMC). The role requires collaboration with cross-functional engineering teams and expertise in space systems. This position offers ownership of mission-critical projects, opportunities to work with cutting-edge technology and develop processes to ensure successful integration and test of space systems. Offers career growth in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

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