Senior Test Engineer — FSW/Avionics HIL at E-Space

Saratoga, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Aerospace, Space, Satellite, IoTIndustries

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience in spacecraft, aerospace, or high-reliability system test and integration
  • Proven experience developing and running HIL or flat-sat testbeds for flight software and avionics validation
  • Hands-on experience with on-orbit checkout and RF communication subsystem testing, including signal chain verification and link performance analysis
  • Proficiency in Python (required) and familiarity with LabVIEW or MATLAB for test automation
  • Solid understanding of avionics interfaces and RF fundamentals (telemetry/command systems, impedance matching, S-parameters, gain, noise figure, etc.)
  • Familiarity with real-time simulation environments and embedded software environments
  • Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and analytical skills across hardware–software boundaries
  • Experience with version control (Git), test data analysis, and structured documentation practices

Responsibilities

  • Lead, design, develop, and maintain automated HIL test systems integrating avionics, FSW, GN&C, and RF payloads
  • Implement and maintain test scripts and control interfaces using Python, LabVIEW, or MATLAB
  • Develop and execute “test-like-you-fly” scenarios to validate FSW–hardware interactions and fault management
  • Support and optimize test setups for prototype and flight configurations, including flat-sat and system-level environments
  • Participate in on-orbit checkout and testing of RF communication subsystems, including verification of telemetry, command links, and payload data processing and throughput
  • Capture, analyze, and document test data to assess performance trends, identify root causes, and improve test coverage
  • Maintain version-controlled test scripts, configurations, and documentation (e.g., Git)
  • Collaborate across design, software, and AI&T teams to translate system requirements into detailed verification procedures
  • Drive continuous improvement of test efficiency, automation, and reliability across multiple spacecraft builds

Skills

HIL
FSW
Avionics
GN&C
RF
Python
LabVIEW
MATLAB
Test Automation
Flat-Sat
Telemetry
Command Links
Fault Management

E-Space

Deploys satellite systems for data insights

About E-Space

E-Space focuses on deploying small, easy-to-install devices that can be tracked and connected globally. Their main product, the E-Space LEO platform, utilizes Artificial Intelligence to enhance data transmission from these devices, providing insights and automation that improve upon traditional IoT capabilities. E-Space differentiates itself by redesigning spacecraft and satellite systems to lower costs, making space technology more accessible to a wide range of clients, including governments and businesses. The company is dedicated to sustainable practices and aims to lead in the development of environmentally friendly satellite constellations, using the data from their systems to inform decisions that protect the planet. Their revenue model is based on selling satellite systems and the data services derived from them.

Toulouse, FranceHeadquarters
2021Year Founded
$48.6MTotal Funding
SEEDCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Social Impact, AerospaceIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Competitive salaries
Continuous learning and development
Health and wellness care options
Financial solutions for the future
Optional legal services
Paid holidays
Paid time off

Risks

European startups in space tech pose competition, challenging E-Space's market position.
Integration of 5G NTN source code may lead to intellectual property disputes.
Expansion into Bahrain may face regulatory hurdles impacting satellite IoT service deployment.

Differentiation

E-Space offers a sustainable LEO satellite network for real-time communications and IoT services.
Their AIoT platform optimizes data for actionable insights, surpassing traditional IoT capabilities.
E-Space's redesign of satellite systems significantly reduces costs, making space tech more accessible.

Upsides

Integration of 5G NTN tech enhances E-Space's satellite payloads and connectivity solutions.
Partnership with Beyon aligns with Bahrain's Vision 2030, opening Middle East markets.
Expansion into Arlington aligns with economic incentives, enhancing U.S. operational base.

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