Quantum Space · 1 month ago
Electrical Engineer – Hardware-in-the-Loop (HITL)
Rockville, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$100K/yr - $130K/yr
5+ years expQuantum Space is developing spacecraft with high agility, autonomy, and mission adaptability. They are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer – HITL to support the design, integration, and operation of hardware-in-the-loop systems that simulate full spacecraft functionality.
Aerospace
No H1B
U.S. Citizen OnlyHiring Manager
Alyssa Coe
Responsibilities
Develop, maintain, and operate hardware-in-the-loop (HITL) testbeds to simulate spacecraft subsystems and mission operations
Design and implement hardware and software emulators for avionics, sensors, power systems, propulsion interfaces, and other spacecraft components
Write and execute work instructions, test procedures, and HITL implementation plans
Lead the investigation and recreation of spacecraft anomalies in HITL environments
Develop and execute automated hardware testing scripts for validation and regression testing
Support anomaly resolution by reproducing spacecraft conditions using simulated environments
Create and maintain interface control documents (ICDs), configuration documents, and hand-off documentation across teams
Operate in cleanroom and controlled lab environments, supporting flight hardware and ESD-sensitive components
Maintain lab safety protocols and ensure HITL systems support program schedule needs
Support delivery and acceptance of EGSE and HITL systems for flight hardware validation
Qualification
Required
B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
Minimum 5 years of experience supporting HITL testbeds and simulations for spaceflight systems
Experience developing hardware/software emulators for spacecraft components
Ability to troubleshoot, debug, and reproduce anomalies using electrical test equipment and simulated inputs
Expertise with oscilloscopes, DMMs, programmable power supplies, and test instrumentation
Skilled at writing test scripts (e.g., Python) for automated flight hardware validation
Knowledge of code verification and validation methodologies
Familiarity with ESD-safe handling procedures and cleanroom protocols
Experience in technical documentation including ICDs, test procedures, and config management
Strong cross-functional awareness and systems-level thinking
Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, iterative environment where priorities shift quickly
Preferred
Strong background in core EE fundamentals (analog/digital circuits, power, grounding, etc.)
Experience with spacecraft data buses and interfaces (RS422/RS485, SpaceWire, Ethernet, SERDES, LVDS, CAN, Discrete IO, Cameralink)
Familiarity with avionics system architecture, electrical power system (EPS) architecture, and spacecraft power modeling
Hands-on experience with ECAD tools like OrCAD or Altium for schematic capture, layout, and parts library management
Experience with circuit simulation tools (e.g., LTSpice, PSpice)
Experience authoring and validating electrical systems requirements for flight
Experience with FPGA-based systems and HDL programming (VHDL, Verilog)
Certifications such as NASA-STD-8739.4, IPC-620, J-STD-001, IPC-7711/7721
Experience with project management or test team leadership
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Generous leave
FSA
401(k) matching
Equity sharing
Company
Quantum Space
Quantum Space provides data buy services, deploys spacecraft, and performs space logistics for partners.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$16.06MKey Investors
Sporos Capital PartnersMaryland Department of CommercePrime Movers Lab
2025-03-11Private Equity
2025-02-19Grant· $0.06M
2024-06-25Grant· $1M
Leadership Team
Benjamin Reed
Co-Founder and CIO
Recent News
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