Senior Electrical Test Engineer - EGSE, LabVIEW, SBC, Embedded Hardware

Senior Test Engineer

Location: Gilbert, AZ (Onsite only No Remote or Hybrid)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Travel: Occasional
Relocation Assistance: Possible for the ideal candidate
Security Clearance: Not required
Visa Sponsorship: Not available

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Test Engineer to support the design, development, and execution of electrical test systems for advanced spaceflight and defense-related hardware. This role is based at a state-of-the-art engineering facility in Gilbert, Arizona, supporting mission-critical avionics and spacecraft subsystems.

The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE) development, test automation, hardware/software integration, and formal test documentation in a regulated engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and manufacture Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE), including test hardware, software, and supporting documentation.

• Select and integrate COTS test instruments, custom test enclosures, and specialized cabling.

• Ensure test systems validate all contractual and design requirements of the Unit Under Test (UUT).

• Support testing of embedded systems that include:

  • Single Board Computers (SBCs)

  • Custom analog and digital I/O boards for Command & Data Handling (C&DH)

  • CompactPCI (cPCI) architectures

  • Electrical Power System (EPS) boards for power switching, solar array control, and battery charging

• Collaborate cross-functionally to meet program schedules and technical requirements.

• Develop National Instruments LabVIEW VIs for:

  • Instrument control and monitoring

  • User Interfaces (UI)

  • UUT command and telemetry

• Create Python or PERL scripts to automate execution of LabVIEW and VxWorks-based test code.

• Integrate test software with embedded C code on SBC platforms.

• Exposure to VHDL / FPGA integration is a plus.

• Create and maintain:

  • Assembly drawings

  • Schematics

  • Parts lists

• Utilize tools such as Microsoft Visio, Excel, and a formal document control system.

• Author customer-facing documentation, including:

  • Integration & Test Plans

  • Environmental Test Plans

  • Acceptance Test Procedures

• Ensure compliance with all design, quality, and customer requirements.

• Mentor and support junior engineers in hardware/software development, debugging, and execution.

• Take ownership of assignments and proactively drive tasks to completion.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor s degree in Electrical Engineering

• 7 10 years of relevant test engineering experience

• Proficiency in one or more of the following programming languages:

  • C

  • LabVIEW

  • Python

  • PERL

• Strong knowledge of:

  • Electrical hardware design

  • Circuit board design

  • Cabling and cable drawings (Visio)

• Experience using Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Visio)

• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills

• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and in team environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with VxWorks

• Familiarity with VHDL / FPGA programming

• Background in aerospace, defense, or regulated engineering environments

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary Range: $120,000 $150,000 annually (location dependent)

• Comprehensive benefits package including:

  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

  • 401(k) with company match

  • Profit sharing and employee stock purchase options

  • Flexible paid time off and holidays

  • Parental leave and employee assistance programs

  • Tuition assistance, mentorship, and professional development programs

Additional Information

• This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information