Systems Test Engineer

Join a team where your impact reaches beyond the stars At Terran Orbital, you're not just part of the system – you're 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 nation's 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 you're driven by purpose, inspired by challenges, and ready to leave your mark on the universe, you'll find a home and endless opportunities for growth here. Together, let's 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

• Bachelor's 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 successfully. In 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 State. In 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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