Engineering · Full-time · Arvada, United States
Are you passionate about shaping the future of humanity's presence in space? Lunar Outpost, a trailblazer in space robotics, invites you to join our team! Lunar Outpost is dedicated to creating a sustainable presence in space, while also driving positive impacts here on Earth. We are seeking a talented, experienced Test Lead to help define the future of lunar surface mobility in a fast-paced startup environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the Test effort for a major space program throughout the full product lifecycle
Plan the space vehicle and subsystem test efforts (including the sequence of activities, required facilities, special test equipment, personnel, schedule, risks, and opportunities)
Work with Systems Engineering to develop test plans and procedures in support of requirements verification & validation activities
Write, review, update, and execute test plans, test procedures and test scripts
Develop and implement system for creation, tracking, and execution of test procedures and test scripts
Work closely with system integrators to support development of program integration & test plans and practices
Prepare and give presentations to internal team, management, customers, and partners
Required Qualifications:
Strong understanding of product lifecycle development and Systems Engineering practices, primarily focused on Verification & Validation activities
Hardware and software test planning and execution experience
Strong understanding of space vehicle test campaigns for government and/or NASA programs
Experience testing and troubleshooting space vehicles, and their related components and systems
Experience with spacecraft command and control systems, simulators, software test benches and other electrical ground support equipment
Ability to lead and manage various test engineering activities with both internal and external partners
Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering discipline
A minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience
Self-motivated, focused, and driven to meet critical deadlines
Excellent organization and time management skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills
U.S. Person
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with software-based test tools, Product Data Management tools and configuration management practices
Test Engineer lead on previous projects
Experience reviewing requirements and writing detailed test procedures and associated test scripts
Experience with lunar rover, human spaceflight and/or autonomous software systems
Lunar Outpost is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against protected characteristics (gender, age, sexual orientation, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, disability, veteran status.) We want all employees (including executives and HR) to treat others with respect and professionalism.