Systems Test Engineer EPS

Join a team where your impact reaches beyond the stars! At Terran Orbital youre not just part of the system youre a vital force propelling our mission forward. As trailblazers in satellite manufacturing and aerospace innovation we shatter boundaries daily to deliver groundbreaking solutions that power our nations defense and commercial missions. We are a unique fast growing and trusted team dedicated to swiftly and efficiently designing building launching and operating state of the art satellites for advanced mission constellations. If youre driven by purpose inspired by challenges and ready to leave your mark on the universe youll find a home and endless opportunities for growth here. Together lets redefine what is possible in orbit and beyond!

Terran Orbital is seeking an experienced Systems Test Engineer to join our dynamic team. Reporting to the Integrated Product Team Lead (IPT) Lead Electrical Power Systems (EPS) the Systems Test Engineer will design build and operate Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE) for spacecraft module testing focusing on power data simulation and control systems to support AI&T (Assembly Integration & Testing) and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) environments requiring hands-on hardware skills electrical/aerospace engineering knowledge software proficiency (LabVIEW C scripting) and collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure spacecraft functionality and compliance with standards.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Create EGSE for ground power data interfaces (CAN Ethernet) solar array/load simulation RF support and control systems.
• Build integrate troubleshoot and maintain test systems and harnesses.
• Develop test automation scripts (LabVIEW Python) and integrate EGSE with ground software.
• Support powered testing HIL/FlatSat campaigns anomaly resolution and ensure repeatability.
• Prepare test procedures design docs (schematics BOMs) and test reports.
• Work with avionics software and systems engineering teams influencing spacecraft design.
• Ensure adherence to aerospace standards (ESA NASA) and quality protocols.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelors Degree in BS in Electrical Aerospace Engineering or related STEM field.
• Minimum two (2) years of proven experience in spacecraft EGSE design/operation powered testing and HIL/FlatSat environments.
• Proficiency with test equipment (DMM oscilloscopes DAQ).
• Excellent troubleshooting problem-solving communication and teamwork.
• Excited to work in a hands-on fast-paced interactive lab environment.
• U.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance.

Additional Differentiators

• Strong skills in C LabVIEW or scripting (Python).
• Familiarity with SpaceWire Ethernet CAN UART SPI protocols.
• PCB design (Altium) and CAD (SolidWorks).

Benefits

• 100% Company-paid comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage for you and your dependents
• 401(k) Match
• Flexible Time Off (FTO)
• Education Reimbursement
• Competitive Paid Parental Leave

About Terran Orbital

Terran Orbital is a leading manufacturer of satellite products primarily serving the aerospace and defense industries. Terran Orbital provides end-to-end satellite solutions by combining satellite design production launch planning mission operations and on-orbit support to meet the needs of the most demanding military civil and commercial customers. Learn more at

Physical Demands

An employee must meet the physical demands described to perform the essential functions of this job performing the duties of this job the employee is routinely required to sit or stand for long durations of time in addition to bending reaching and walking. This would require the ability to lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. This position is generally sedentary with substantial computer usage.

Work Environment

The job operates in a professional office environment but in a manufacturing company. This job routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers phones photocopiers and scanners.

Disclaimers

To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations the applicant must be a U.S. citizen lawful permanent resident of the U.S. protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of addition please note that this position may require a current United States National Security clearance or eligibility for such a clearance.

Terran Orbital is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race color religion age national origin ancestry ethnicity gender gender identity gender expression sexual orientation marital status veteran status disability genetic information or membership in any other group protected by federal state or local law.

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