Assembly, Integration, and Test Engineer (AI&T for Spacecraft) Electrical (System-Level Test Focus)

Position: AI&T Engineer - Electrical (System-Level Test Focus)

Location: Broomfield CO

Position Type: Full-time on-site

Mission: High Frontier Orchestrate the Testing That Proves Spacecraft Readiness

At Karman were building spacecraft systems that will take us beyond Earth orbit. For the High Frontier mission we need a system-focused AI&T engineer to plan and execute system-level testing. This role is perfect for someone who thrives at the intersection of systems software and electrical engineering ensuring our spacecraft is fully operational before launch.

What it takes to be successful in this role:

As an AI&T engineer youll own the planning and execution of system level testing in FlatSat/HITL environments and on the flight vehicle. Youll develop test plans manage test scripts and ensure smooth collaboration between engineering teams during major test campaigns. This role requires both a system-level view and a willingness to get hands-on with test execution data analysis and troubleshooting.

This position is for someone who enjoys high level spacecraft operations coordinating across multiple teams and keeping tests organized and traceable.

Key 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 TVAC FSW load prop system functional or mission simulations.
  • Take responsibility for the health and safety of the flight vehicle during powered testing.
  • Perform electrical mates and measurements (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.
  • Functional testing to ensure 100% FSW test coverage.
  • Closed loop simulation tests for launch/activation cruise encounter and off-nominal scenarios.
  • General debugging and troubleshooting.
  • 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.

What You Bring

• 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.
• 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.
• Strong understanding of spacecraft flight software architecture.
• BS in Systems Electrical Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering (or related technical field).

Bonus If You Have

• Experience developing test data analysis tools.
• Experience leading multi-day multi-discipline spacecraft test campaigns (on the floor or operating the vehicle on-console).
• Flight operations experience.

Requirements

• BS or MS in engineering aerospace engineering or related technical field.

Additional Information

We Offer

Our cash compensation amount for this role is targeted at $90000.00 - $140000.00 annually in this location. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise and may vary from the amount listed above.

Top Benefits & Perks

As a member of the Karman team youll enjoy an impressive benefits package:

• Equity Incentives - Participate in our shared success.
• Medical Dental and Vision Plans for top tier plans with additional buy-up plan options.
• Short-term Disability and Long-term Disability covered by Karman
• Basic Life Insurance covered by Karman
• 401k plan
• Unlimited Paid Time Off - We focus on what you get done not how many hours or days you work.

Location & Work Environment

This position is full-time in-person at our offices & lab in Broomfield CO. If you reside in locations outside of daily commuting distance you will be considered however no relocation or travel assistance will be provided by Karman for this position. This position operates in an office environment. This entails working inside in an office space wherein you may be provided with a public work station (cubicle) or private the performance of the duties and responsibilities of this job you will be required to view a computer terminal for prolonged periods of time.

Travel

Occasional travel to work site locations may be expected. Overnight stays may be required from time to time for training seminars conferences meetings events or visits to onsite locations.

Disclaimer

This job posting is not intended to contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required. Karman reserves the right to change or assign additional duties responsibilities and activities at any time with or without notice.

Hiring Practices

Karman is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race color religion national origin age sex (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions) marital status ancestry physical or mental disability genetic information veteran status gender identity or expression sexual orientation or other applicable legally protected characteristic. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability you may contact .