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Component Test Engineer (II-Senior)

True Anomaly logoTrue Anomaly$100,000–$210,000/yrLong Beach, CAPosted 3mo ago
  • US citizenship
  • ITAR / US person

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About the job

Space is a warfighting domain. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it. OUR MISSION True Anomaly delivers decisive capabilities for space superiority. We build autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors - enabling the U.S. and its Allies to secure the space environment and counter threats from the ultimate high ground.

OUR VALUES - Be the offset. We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity. - What would it take? We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results. - It’s the people.

Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together. ## BENEFITS & PERKS * - Best-in-class healthcare: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, with HSA/HRA options - Generous time off: Flexible Time Off (FTO) for exempt employees, accrued PTO of up to 25 days for non-exempt employees, plus 12 paid holidays; Parental Leave; Sick Leave - Fuel for your day: Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks for in-office employees - And more: 401(k) retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, and Dog Fridays - Equity participation: Equity is included as part of our total compensation package, giving you an opportunity to share in the company’s success. *Do not apply to fixed term and temporary roles YOUR MISSION We are seeking a talented and motivated Component Test Engineer to join our growing team.

In this role, you will lead and support the full Verification and Validation lifecycle of advanced avionics components and subsystems for aerospace applications.

You will be responsible for planning, executing, and documenting component-level tests across all phases - from initial board bring-up through functional testing, acceptance testing, and qualification testing - ensuring all avionics components meet performance specifications and reliability standards in demanding aerospace environments.

You will collaborate closely with design, hardware, and software teams throughout the product development lifecycle. ## Key Responsibilities - Design and implement functional test procedures to verify component performance against design specifications. - Develop automated test scripts and sequences to improve test efficiency and repeatability. - Perform electrical characterization and validation of components under various operating conditions. - Analyze test data and provide feedback to design teams for continuous improvement. - Execute acceptance test procedures in accordance with program requirements and customer specifications. - Plan and conduct environmental qualification testing including thermal cycling, vibration, shock, and EMI/EMC testing. - Debug hardware issues at the component and/or board level using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and other lab equipment. - Develop and maintain comprehensive test documentation including test procedures, verification matrices, test reports, and requirements traceability based on component specifications. - Participate in key technical reviews (design, test readiness, etc.) to support flight and test readiness of avionics components and sub-systems. ## Required Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering. - Years of experience in avionics component test engineering for aerospace applications (spaceflight, satellites, spacecraft, or similar) in line with engineering level. - Hands-on experience with board bring-up and hardware debugging. - Proficiency with lab equipment including oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, function generators, and logic analyzers. - Understanding of digital and analog circuit principles. - Experience developing test procedures and documentation. - Proficient in developing test plans, requirements tracing, test scripts (Python, MATLAB, or similar), and test automation tools. - Strong troubleshooting skills across hardware, software, and embedded systems. - Solid understanding of space-relevant avionics qualification and acceptance standards (e.g., NASA-STD-8739.4, ECSS, MIL-STD-1540, MIL-STD-883, NASA GEVS, or similar). ## Preferred Qualifications - Experience with automated test equipment and LabVIEW, Python, or similar test automation tools. - Familiarity with environmental testing standards (MIL-STD-810, DO-160, etc.). - Knowledge of EMI/EMC testing and compliance requirements. - Experience with data acquisition systems and test instrumentation interfaces (GPIB, USB, Ethernet). - Background in avionics, flight hardware, or space-rated components. - Understanding of statistical analysis and test data reduction techniques. ## Base Salary - Component Test Engineer II: $100,000-$120,000 - Component Engineer III: $125,000-$155,000 - Senior Component Engineer: $150,000-$210,000 Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience. ## ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS - Work Location - Successful candidates will be located near Long Beach, CA.

While we observe a hybrid work environment, some work must be done on site. - Work environment - the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job. - Physical demands - the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving. This position will be open until it is successfully filled.

To submit your application, please follow the directions below. #LI-Onsite To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you 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.

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