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Karman+ · 1 hour ago

System Test & Integration Engineer (Spacecraft AI&T)

Broomfield

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$90K/yr - $140K/yr

Karman+ is a company focused on innovative space exploration and resource utilization. They are seeking a Spacecraft Test & Integration Engineer to plan and execute system-level testing, ensuring spacecraft readiness for missions beyond Earth orbit.

AerospaceRoboticsSpace Travel

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Take ownership of the planning and execution of flight vehicle system-level tests

Tests may include power distribution, GNC phasing, RF compatibility, self-compatibility, vehicle-level TVAC, FSW load, prop system functional, or mission simulations

Lead "plugs-out" testing and debugging to ensure the spacecraft and payloads interact safely under all flight conditions

Take responsibility for the health and safety of the flight vehicle during powered testing including the identification and mitigation of EMI/EMC anomalies

Perform electrical mates and measurements (utilizing BOBs, DMM, oscilloscope, etc.)

Command and control the vehicle during powered testing

Take ownership of FlatSat (commonly called HITL) system level test/integration planning and execution

Bridge the gap between FlatSat dry-runs and final flight vehicle execution

Functional testing to ensure ~100% FSW test coverage

Closed loop simulation tests for launch/activation, cruise, encounter, and off-nominal scenarios

Lead complex troubleshooting and root-cause analysis for electrical nonconformances

Flight vehicle test dry-runs

Flight operations products vetting prior to uplink

Ensure the FlatSat is ready and available for software teams to use for Gitlab CI/CD pipelines. Maintain a balance between automated software development testing, system-level manual testing, and FlatSat hardware safety

Develop, maintain, and version control…

Test configurations

Hardware

Harness mates

FSW and GSW versions

Simulation versions

Test products

Scripts (Python)

Onboard sequences (Lua)

Vehicle configuration files

Simulation configuration files

Written procedures (Epsilon3)

Test results

Real time telemetry (COSMOS)

Onboard recorded telemetry

As-run written procedures (Epsilon3)

Supplemental data from serial busses or similar

Images/video

Non-conformance/issues encountered during the test. Drive supporting teams to implement solutions

Collaborate with the broader team in the preparation and execution of test campaigns

Lead procedure and test readiness reviews

Lead post-test meetings

Collaborate with subsystem teams as needed to expedite troubleshooting

Ensure all test personnel are following good vehicle powered test practices

Ensure all EGSE and test harnessing is ready for each campaign

Coordinate with mechanical AI&T personnel to plan powered testing around build operations

Own continuous improvement of system-level testing

Identify opportunities for automation and efficiency in test campaigns

Standardize test documentation, data collection, and reporting

Capture lessons learned to improve future mission test campaigns

Qualification

Spacecraft system-level testingFlight Software architectureElectrical test equipmentTest data analysisGitLabPythonBashLinux OSTroubleshootingTeam collaborationCommunication skillsProblem-solving

Required

BS or MS in engineering, aerospace engineering, or related technical field

Hands-on experience planning and executing spacecraft system-level tests (initial power-on, functional, mission simulations, etc.)

Strong understanding of system verification and validation processes

Deep understanding of Flight Software (FSW) architecture and its critical relationship to system-level debugging

Familiarity with GitLab or other repository tools

Ability to analyze test data, document results, and track anomalies to closure

Experience in relevant software areas (Python, Bash, Linux based OS, LabView, etc.)

Experience working with electrical test equipment (DMMs, power supplies, oscilloscopes, signal generators, BOBs, spectrum analyzers, electronic loads, etc.)

Experience using ground command/control software (COSMOS, InControl, NASA ASIST, or similar)

Experience building and maintaining FlatSat or HITL environments

Some exposure to spacecraft dynamics simulation and its uses in system level testing