Propulsion Electrical Test Engineer

Los Angelesfull timeOn Site

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$100k–$150k

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K2 Space Propulsion Electrical Test Engineer at K2spacecorporation leads avionics testing for the highest-powered electric propulsion system ever flown. The role involves developing test hardware and software, leading test campaigns, and ensuring reliability and scalability of propulsion systems.

Responsibilities

Lead setup, execution, and analysis of tests on electronic hardware, including circuit boards and spacecraft power systems
Troubleshoot complex electronics, test setups, and anomalies in collaboration with engineering teams
Support environmental and functional testing, including vibration, thermal vacuum, and EMI/EMC testing
Design and fabricate test hardware, harnessing, and test systems to support propulsion development testing
Develop modular, reusable test automation software and drivers in Linux, Python, C++, Rust, etc
Lead satellite subsystem test campaigns from kickoff, through test report, and beyond
Develop data acquisition, control, and instrumentation systems to test at the integrated level
Own the project management of multiple test assets and acceptance testing of flight avionics including upgrades to support hardware lifecycle
Design device simulators deployed across component subsystem and HITL testbeds
Collaborate with a cross-functional team to establish product requirements, testing methods, and project test schedules

Qualification

Bachelor’s degree in electricalStrong programming abilities (PythonExperience with data acquisition

Required

Bachelor’s degree in electrical, computer, or other relevant engineering discipline or any equivalent combination of education and experience
2+ years of experience in hardware testing, validation, or related roles
Strong programming abilities (Python, C++, Rust)
Solid understanding of electronic circuits, schematics, and components
Experience designing multi-layer PCBAs for high-power or avionics applications

Preferred

Experience designing analog control loops, solid state load switches, motor inverters, EMI/EMC compliance, or sensor signal conditioning circuits
Experience with data acquisition, controls, and dedicated test equipment
Proficient with circuit simulation tools such as LTspice
Experience with component selection for use in radiation environments
Familiarity with SMC-S-016 or MIL-STD-810 testing methods, including vibration, shock, and thermal testing
Experience with power processing units (PPU) for electric propulsion testing
Understanding of the failure modes of electrical systems in space environments
Creative problem solver that can balance schedule, resource, and technical constraints

Benefits

Dental
Vision
PTO
Equity/RSU
Parental Leave
Life Insurance

Company

K2 Space

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