Are you passionate about shaping the future of humanity's presence in space? Lunar Outpost, an industry leader in space robotics and planetary vehicles, invites you to join our team! Lunar Outpost is dedicated to creating a permanent presence in space, while also driving positive impacts here on Earth. We are currently seeking a Senior Test Integration Engineer to contribute to our mission in a dynamic startup environment. As a Senior Test Integration Engineer, you will focus on prototype integration, development testing, and vehicle-level test campaigns, with direct involvement in both early-stage hardware and flight hardware qualification. You'll play a key role in the build-test-learn cycle, helping rapidly mature designs into flight-ready systems.
Take the #NextLeap with Lunar Outpost and work on the Pegasus LTV, which will carry NASA astronauts farther than they've ever been before on the lunar surface!
Key Responsibilities:
- Integrate and test prototype subsystems and full vehicle assemblies
- Plan and execute development test campaigns to evaluate performance and inform design iterations
- Support flight hardware verification and qualification testing
- Set up and operate test equipment, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems
- Troubleshoot hardware and system issues, driving root cause analysis and resolution
- Conduct vehicle-level environmental and performance testing (e.g., thermal, vibration, mobility)
- Develop and maintain test procedures, plans, and reports
- Design and build test fixtures and integration setups
- Analyze test data and provide actionable feedback to engineering teams
- Collaborate closely with design, manufacturing, and systems engineering to ensure test readiness
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
- 4-8 years of experience in test, integration, or prototype development environments
- Hands-on experience with electromechanical systems, vehicles, or robotics
- Experience executing development and validation testing
- Strong troubleshooting skills across mechanical, electrical, and system-level issues
- Experience with instrumentation and data acquisition systems
- Ability to work in fast-paced, iterative development environments
- Strong communication and documentation skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with prototype vehicle or robotic system development
- Background in flight hardware testing or qualification
- Familiarity with vehicle-level environmental testing (thermal, vibration, dust)
- Experience with HIL/SIL testing or embedded systems
- Proficiency with Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW, or similar tools
Compensation & Benefits: Compensation level and base salary are competitively structured and thoughtfully determined based on factors such as relevant skills, experience, education, and the scope of the role.
- Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision benefits, with 70% of premiums covered by the employer
- Paid time off: Three (3) weeks per year of vacation
- Retirement plan: Up to 4% employer match on 401(k) contributions
- Paid holidays: 11 company-recognized holidays
- Parental leave
- Educational reimbursement opportunities to support company objectives, continued learning, and career development
Lunar Outpost Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Lunar Outpost Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employees, including executives and human resources personnel, are expected to conduct themselves with professionalism and treat others with dignity and respect in accordance with this policy.
