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Come join an early‑stage, venture‑backed startup supported by some of the best investors in the world! Jobot Job is hosted by: Katherine Krull.
Salary: $145,000 - $185,000 per year.
About the role As a Senior Hardware Test Engineer, you'll play a critical role in ensuring the reliability, performance, and longevity of satellite hardware. You'll own the development and execution of comprehensive test strategies that validate wireless payloads, uncover weaknesses, and optimize system durability. Your work will span the full lifecycle – from design validation to flight readiness – and will be instrumental in proving that payloads can thrive in the harshest environments space has to offer, including radiation, thermal cycling, and mechanical stress.
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.
Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams – hardware, software, and mechanical – to ensure reliability from initial design through manufacturing and in‑orbit operation.
Must have
7+ years of experience in hardware validation, test engineering, or RF systems testing.
Experience in design, testing, and debugging of RF PCBAs.
Experience with test equipment (oscilloscope, VNA, spectrum analyzer, signal generator).
Programming skills in Python, C/C++.
Experience conducting root‑cause failure analysis and implementing corrective actions with an emphasis on RF systems.
Understanding of metrology, sources of measurement error, and uncertainty analysis.
Experience with environmental testing such as thermal, vibration, and TVAC.
Preferred qualifications
5+ years of experience in reliability engineering, testing, or quality assurance, preferably within the aerospace or satellite industry.
Experience in high‑volume manufacturing, assembling, and testing of electronic components.
Experience analyzing impact of radiation on electronic components and strategies to mitigate impact on electronic systems.
Compensation & Benefits Salary: $145,000 – $185,000 (commensurate with experience)
Comprehensive benefits: health, dental, vision, HSA options.
Unlimited PTO, commuter benefits, learning & development allowance, health & wellness stipend, sabbatical program.
Cutting‑edge space tech – work on state‑of‑the‑art satellite system.
Location Seattle, WA – 100% on‑site, Monday‑Friday.
Equal Opportunity Employment 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, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable law.
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Come join an early‑stage, venture‑backed startup supported by some of the best investors in the world! Jobot Job is hosted by: Katherine Krull.
Salary: $145,000 - $185,000 per year.
About the role As a Senior Hardware Test Engineer, you'll play a critical role in ensuring the reliability, performance, and longevity of satellite hardware. You'll own the development and execution of comprehensive test strategies that validate wireless payloads, uncover weaknesses, and optimize system durability. Your work will span the full lifecycle – from design validation to flight readiness – and will be instrumental in proving that payloads can thrive in the harshest environments space has to offer, including radiation, thermal cycling, and mechanical stress.
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.
Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams – hardware, software, and mechanical – to ensure reliability from initial design through manufacturing and in‑orbit operation.
Must have
7+ years of experience in hardware validation, test engineering, or RF systems testing.
Experience in design, testing, and debugging of RF PCBAs.
Experience with test equipment (oscilloscope, VNA, spectrum analyzer, signal generator).
Programming skills in Python, C/C++.
Experience conducting root‑cause failure analysis and implementing corrective actions with an emphasis on RF systems.
Understanding of metrology, sources of measurement error, and uncertainty analysis.
Experience with environmental testing such as thermal, vibration, and TVAC.
Preferred qualifications
5+ years of experience in reliability engineering, testing, or quality assurance, preferably within the aerospace or satellite industry.
Experience in high‑volume manufacturing, assembling, and testing of electronic components.
Experience analyzing impact of radiation on electronic components and strategies to mitigate impact on electronic systems.
Compensation & Benefits Salary: $145,000 – $185,000 (commensurate with experience)
Comprehensive benefits: health, dental, vision, HSA options.
Unlimited PTO, commuter benefits, learning & development allowance, health & wellness stipend, sabbatical program.
Cutting‑edge space tech – work on state‑of‑the‑art satellite system.
Location Seattle, WA – 100% on‑site, Monday‑Friday.
Equal Opportunity Employment 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, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable law.
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