Avionics Integration Test Lead
Avionics Integration Test Lead
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$ 159100 - 205800
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Job Description
At Vast our mission is to contribute to a future where billions of people are living and thriving in space. We are building artificial gravity space stations allowing long-term stays in space without the adverse effects of zero-gravity. Our initial crewed space habitat will be Haven-1 scheduled to be the worlds first commercial space station when it launches into low earth orbit in May 2026. Our team is all-in committed to executing our mission safely and on you want to work with the most talented people on Earth furthering space exploration for humanity come join us.
Vast is seeking an Avionics Integration Test Lead reporting to the ManagerAvionics System Testing to support the development of the automated testing systems that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations.
This is a full-time exempt position located in our Long Beach facility.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and align testing efforts across cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and comprehensive system validation.
- Refine and clarify test plans and procedures making them accessible so technicians can perform tests independently with minimal engineering intervention.
- Create and maintain automation scripts to streamline testing activities such as network checks and system health verifications.
- Support integration teams to conduct practice runs and resolve challenges before working with actual flight hardware.
- Establish and implement troubleshooting strategies and root cause analysis techniques for both software and hardware within avionics systems.
- Keep system diagrams and technical documentation for Hardware-in-the-loop and test rack networking current and accurate.
- Develop and carry out checkout procedures for test assets and subsystems particularly those supporting Haven-1.
- Build software tools for deploying validating and monitoring network configurations on test racks.
- Mentor junior engineers and help coordinate complex projects within the Avionics Test team.
- Prepare thorough documentation for test systems and assist with training and handoff to test operators.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in electrical engineering computer engineering or a related technical discipline.
- Minimum of 5 years experience in avionics hardware integration or automated test systems
- Demonstrated ability to develop and execute requirements-based test plans and procedures for avionics or advanced hardware systems.
- Experience with system integration and hardware-in-the-loop (HITL) test environments.
- Proficiency with Linux operating systems and command line tools.
- Skilled in using lab equipment such as power supplies electronic loads oscilloscopes logic analyzers and digital multimeters.
- Strong analytical skills for troubleshooting and root cause analysis in complex hardware and software systems.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills especially for technical documentation.
Preferred Skills & Experience
- Proficiency in Python and/or C for automation and scripting.
- Experience with embedded systems design testing and integration.
- Familiarity with CI/CD workflows and issue tracking tools (e.g. Atlassian Suite GitHub).
- Experience designing and managing computer networks and modular DAQ systems (e.g. NI Beckhoff).
- Knowledge of EGSE and HITL architectures for space applications.
- Experience leading and mentoring engineering teams in high-stakes fast-paced environments.
Additional Requirements
- Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestones.
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted.
Pay Range
- Senior Avionics Integration Test Lead: $135800 - $176400
- Staff Avionics Integration Test Lead: $159100 - $205800
Salary Range: California
$135800 - $205800 USD
U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS
The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls and therefore must either be a U.S. person as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. This status includes U.S. citizens U.S. nationals lawful permanent residents (green card holders) and asylees and refugees with such status granted not pending.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Employment Type
Full Time
