Test Automation Engineer • Mid-Level

Who you are

You have a strong background in avionics testing and a passion for aerospace technology — your experience includes designing and developing test systems for complex hardware components. You excel at problem-solving and thrive in high-pressure environments, ensuring that all systems meet rigorous performance and reliability standards. Your technical skills include proficiency in programming languages such as Python and C, as well as experience with embedded Linux systems. You are familiar with LabVIEW for test automation and data acquisition, and you understand the intricacies of hardware-software integration. You are a team player who collaborates effectively with cross-disciplinary teams, contributing to innovative testing approaches and solutions. You maintain a high sense of urgency in your work, ensuring that testing processes are efficient and effective.

What you'll do

As an Avionics Test Engineer at SpaceX, you will be responsible for designing and developing custom test systems that validate the performance of avionics components. This includes creating hardware and software solutions that can exercise all possible failure modes, ensuring that each component meets the highest standards before flight. You will work closely with hardware engineers to understand the specifications and requirements of flight control devices and mechanisms. Your role will involve developing test sequences and infrastructure from the ground up, allowing you to innovate in the testing approach. You will also analyze test data to identify trends and potential issues, providing critical feedback to the engineering team. Your contributions will play a vital role in the success of SpaceX's missions, as you ensure that all avionics systems are thoroughly tested and reliable.

What we offer

At SpaceX, you will be part of a mission-driven team that is dedicated to advancing space exploration. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. You will work in a collaborative environment where your ideas and contributions are valued. Join us in our mission to make human life multi-planetary and be part of a team that is pushing the boundaries of technology and innovation.