Jobot is hiring: Senior Hardware Test Engineer in Seattle

Overview

Senior Hardware Test Engineer role based in Seattle, WA. You will own the development and execution of test strategies for wireless payloads, validate reliability, performance, and longevity of satellite hardware, and ensure readiness from design validation to flight readiness in harsh space environments.

Base pay range: $145,000.00/yr - $185,000.00/yr.

Responsibilities

• Build and execute rigorous test protocols for RF and mixed-signal hardware.
• Analyze test data to identify failure modes, drive root-cause investigations, and feed improvements back into design.
• Develop methods to optimize system resilience under space conditions.
• Lead continuous improvement in test methodology, automation, and best practices.
• Provide technical mentorship and help raise the bar for test engineering at the company.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams — hardware, software, and mechanical — to ensure reliability from initial design through manufacturing and in-orbit operation.
• Support full lifecycle work from design validation to flight readiness.

Ideal Candidate

• A Sense of Urgency — Lead projects from concept to reality, rapidly and effectively.
• First Principles Engineering — Understand the whys behind the whats and extrapolate to complex system design.
• High Learning Agility — Willingness to learn, identify weaknesses, and improve engineering foundations to collaborate with diverse teammates.
• System-Level Design and Analysis — Understand requirements flow and iterate on evolving requirements.
• Excellent Communication Skills — Convey ideas clearly to engineering, staff, and operations; conduct design reviews.
• Anticipation of Needs — Identify problems and provide reliable, cost-effective solutions for an early-stage company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in hardware validation, test engineering, or RF systems testing.
• Experience in design, testing, and debugging RF PCBAs; understanding electronics reliability and failure mechanisms.
• Experience with RF test equipment (oscilloscopes, VNAs, Spectrum Analyzers, signal generators) and RF product analysis procedures.
• Strong programming skills in Python and C/C++ for data analysis and test automation.
• Experience with root cause failure analysis and corrective actions focusing on RF systems.
• Understanding of metrology, measurement error sources, and uncertainty analysis.
• Experience with environmental testing (thermal, vibration, TVAC).
• Ability to work independently and in cross-functional roles; strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication.
• Willingness to thrive in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment.
• Passion for creating state-of-the-art hardware systems.

Strongly Desired

• 5+ years in reliability engineering, testing, or quality assurance, preferably in aerospace or satellite industries.
• Experience in high-volume manufacturing, assembling and testing electronic components.
• Experience analyzing radiation impact on components and mitigation strategies.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits – Health, Dental, Vision, and HSA options
• Unlimited PTO
• Commuter Benefits (if based at HQ)
• Learning and Development Allowance
• Health and Wellness Stipend
• Sabbatical Program — Recharge and explore new ideas
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge space tech and satellite systems

About the Role

This Job is hosted by a recruiter. You can apply by using the Easy Apply button and submitting your resume. Location: Seattle, WA.

Equal Opportunity and Notices

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Background checks may be required with authorization, in accordance with applicable laws.