Impulse Space · 1 month ago
Test Automation Engineer (Software)
Redondo Beach
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$105K/yr - $160K/yr
2+ years expImpulse Space is an in-space transportation company that is opening access beyond Low Earth Orbit with its fleet of in-space transportation vehicles. As a Test Automation Engineer, you will own all aspects of test and automation software design, implementation and operation while collaborating with a fast-paced, agile team.
AerospaceManufacturingSpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Work on a full spectrum of software, including near-real time data acquisition and control software to user-facing GUI’s and tools
Actively work with the test operations team that uses your software daily to support testing operations
Take part in the complete test program lifecycle including design, integration, testing, deployment, debugging, and finding novel solutions to late-breaking changes or issues
Design and develop software and tools in support of testing operations
Review code written by others, and write reviewed code yourself
Work onsite in a fast-paced, challenging environment
Resolve technical issues with innovative and resourceful solutions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science or related field
2+ years' of demonstrated proficiency with python, or an object-oriented programming language & demonstrated hands-on experience operating the software
Experience developing user-facing software applications related to networking, hardware control and data acquisition
Experience with software best practices and workflows, including git
Preferred
Demonstrated ability of taking project ownership and working well in small teams
Proficient with basic principles of data acquisition and control
Master's degree in electrical, software, mechanical, or aerospace engineering
Familiarity with Propulsion Systems development testing
LabVIEW certification (CLAD, CLD, CLA)
Experience with Real-Time Operating Systems
Hands-on experience with design, build, and operation of electrical systems
Experience in a startup or agile development environment
Benefits
Long-term incentives, in the form of stock options
Medical, vision & dental coverage
Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
Company
Impulse Space
Impulse Space develops in-space transportation technology for payload delivery to various orbits.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$525MKey Investors
Linse CapitalFounders FundRTX Ventures
2025-06-03Series C· $300M
2024-10-01Series B· $150M
2023-07-24Series A· $45M
Leadership Team
Eric Romo
President and Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
Business Insider
2025-12-25
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