Hardware Integration & Test Engineer III

GROW WITH US ANDSTAY EXTRAORDINARY:
Launch your career to new heights with Innoflightone of San Diegos fastest-growing Aerospace and Defense innovators. Here visionary minds engineer the future of space technology through pioneering compact and cyber-secure solutions. From software-defined radios to cutting-edge cryptographic systems and avionics everything we build powers the next era of New Space. Join our small agile and mission-driven team where your work has real impact and your growth has no limits. Were not just reaching for the starswere engineering them. Lets innovate the infinite together.

A DAY IN THE LIFE:
As a Hardware Integration & Test Engineer III youll take a lead role in validating complex hardware and system performance across advanced aerospace programs. Youll independently develop and execute comprehensive test strategies design test infrastructure and troubleshoot integration challenges. Working cross-functionally with hardware software and manufacturing teams youll ensure products meet performance reliability and program requirements while continuously improving test capabilities.

Applicants must currently hold an ACTIVE U.S. security clearance.

WHAT YOULL DO:

• Develop Comprehensive Test Strategies: Identify testable product and program requirements and develop detailed test plans to validate functionality performance and system behavior.
• Author Verification & Acceptance Procedures: Write Design Verification and Acceptance Test Procedures to support engineering development qualification and production testing.
• Design Test Infrastructure: Design develop and maintain test fixtures cables interfaces and custom test setups for new and evolving hardware products.
• Lead Failure Investigation & Debug: Investigate test failures debug hardware and software test setups identify root causes and present findings and recommendations during Test Review Boards.
• Support Integration & System Testing: Collaborate closely with hardware and software engineering teams to support product integration system-level testing and complex troubleshooting efforts.
• Improve Test Effectiveness: Partner with manufacturing operations to improve test readability reliability repeatability and overall test infrastructure alignment with product requirements.

YOURE AWESOME AT:

• Advanced Hardware Testing: Developing and executing complex hardware and system-level tests for integrated electronic systems.
• Root Cause Analysis: Diagnosing failures through schematic review CCA troubleshooting and methodical debugging techniques.
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Working independently while coordinating effectively across engineering software and manufacturing teams.
• Technical Communication: Documenting tracking and clearly presenting technical issues test results and corrective actions to stakeholders.

WHAT YOULL NEED:

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering Computer Science or a related technical field.
• 5 or moreyears of experience in hardware integration testing or related engineering roles.
• Hands-on experience using lab equipment such as oscilloscopes multimeters and environmental test chambers.
• Strong ability to read schematics and troubleshoot circuit card assemblies (CCAs).
• Experience testing or integrating complex hardware and system-level products.
• Proven ability to document track and present technical findings and test results.
• Ability to manage multiple test efforts concurrently and provide accurate development estimates.
• Knowledge of Linux environments is a plus.
• Applicants must currently hold an active U.S. security clearance.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
The starting base salary for this position ranges from$120000 to $140000 per year depending on the candidates job-related knowledge skills and addition to a competitive base salary Innoflight offers a well-rounded compensation package that includes a Profit-Sharing Bonus and a Cash Performance Bonus to reward both individual and company performance. Additional benefits include:

• 401(k) with 3% company match (automatic enrollment)
• Comprehensive medical dental vision HSA & life insurance
• 10 paid holidays 120 hours PTO (starting in year one)
• Access to ancillary benefits such as critical illness accident disability legal and pet insurance.

WHY YOULL LOVE WORKING HERE:

• Flexible Work-Life Balance:Enjoy a 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday offwhether you use it to recharge work on a passion project or spend time with family the choice is yours.
• Continuous Learning & Development:Were serious about professional development. From tuition reimbursement to internal Ask Me Anything sessions and weekly Lunch & Learns we make learning a core part of the job.
• Mission-Driven Culture:We arent just building techwere enabling the next era of space exploration. Our Culture Ambassadors help lead initiatives around inclusion positivity recognition and transparency. Here your voice is heard your work is respected and your individuality is celebrated.

BE YOU WITH US:
At Innoflight we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone belongs. We recognize that great talent comes in many forms and you dont need to meet every requirement to bring value to our team. If this role excites you we encourage you to applyeven if you dont check every box.

YOU SHOULD KNOW:
Potential new employees must successfully complete a background check which includes criminal search education certification and employment verification prior to must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S as you must have the ability to obtain a security clearance. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.

A NOTE TO STAFFING AGENCIES:
Innoflight does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies recruiters or any third-party sources. Any such submissions will be considered property of Innoflight and no fees will be paid in the event a candidate is hired from an unsolicited referral.

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