Impulse Space · 11 hours ago
Spacecraft Integration Specialist (Avionics)
Redondo Beach, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$110K/yr - $140K/yr
4+ years expImpulse Space is a company focused on spacecraft manufacturing, and they are seeking a Spacecraft Test Specialist (Avionics) to support the integration and testing of spacecraft avionics systems. The role involves planning and executing tests to ensure flight hardware meets performance and reliability standards.
AerospaceManufacturingSpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop, execute, and document avionics test procedures for spacecraft and subsystems
Perform functional, interface, and system-level testing of flight and flight-like hardware
Support integration of avionics component, payloads, sensors, cables and harnessing
Operate and troubleshoot test equipment such as EGSE, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, DMMs, and power supplies
Maintain spacecraft control racks, RF control racks, and other EGSE required to operate the spacecraft
Identify, diagnose, and resolve hardware, software, and system-level anomalies
Collaborate with engineering teams to support test readiness reviews, anomaly resolution, and configuration control
Generate test reports, discrepancy reports, and contribute to qualification and acceptance documentation
Support environmental testing (e.g., thermal vacuum, vibration, EMI/EMC) as required
Maintain compliance with quality, safety, and configuration management processes
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or equivalent
4+ years of experience in avionics testing, spacecraft testing, or related aerospace systems
Hands-on experience with spacecraft or high-reliability avionics hardware and associated test systems (EGSE)
Strong understanding of digital and analog electronics
Experience developing and executing test procedures
Proficiency using electrical test and measurement equipment
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and interface control documents (ICDs)
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and in a team-based environment
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent practical experience)
7+ Experience with spacecraft flight hardware and mission-critical systems
Familiarity with common spacecraft avionics architectures and data buses (e.g., SpaceWire, CAN, RS-422/485, MIL-STD-1553)
Experience with automated test systems and scripting (e.g., Python, LabVIEW)
Exposure to environmental testing campaigns (TVAC, vibration, EMI/EMC)
Knowledge of spacecraft software loading, configuration, and checkout
Experience supporting launch site or on-orbit operations
Familiarity with aerospace quality standards and best practices
Experience working in cleanroom environments
Experience with mechanical and propulsion integration of spacecraft (mechanical assembly, torquing, bonding, pressure testing, hazardous operations testing, etc)
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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