Test Engineer
Astrolab
Quality Assurance
hawthorne, ca, usa
Posted on Jan 27, 2025
Venturi Astrolab, Inc. (Astrolab) is pioneering new ways to explore and operate on distant planetary bodies. We are singularly focused on designing, building, and operating a fleet of multi-purpose commercial planetary rovers to extend and enhance humanity’s presence in the solar system. We are seeking motivated, creative, and exceptional people to join our world-class team.
Astrolab is looking for a team member who will support both the development of lunar rovers and development of our production facility and processes. You will collaborate with other Astrolab engineers to advance product design in tandem with advancing our means to build and test. You will be ultimately responsible for en
- Department
- Production & Test
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Location
- Hawthorne, California
- Workplace type
- Onsite
- Compensation
- $162,000 - $183,000 / year
- Reporting To
- Clint ross
What You'll Do:
- Design, define, and develop test processes for structural components, structural assemblies, avionics assemblies, electro-mechanical sub-assemblies, new technology development, and fully integrated rovers
- Lead an interdisciplinary team of engineers and technicians.
- Design test equipment and test setups that are flexible and evolve with our ever-evolving scope
- Develop data acquisition systems and integrate them with other data streams for seamless post-processing
- Triage and determine solutions for non-conformances. Perform hands-on troubleshooting and root-cause analysis
- Champion concurrent engineering – Collaborate with the cross-functional team to develop the product, processes, and facility
- Design assembly and fabrication tooling. Own these from concept through implementation
- Develop work instructions and documentation for build and test processes
- Collaborate with engineering team members to develop production systems, outline detailed project plans, and execute
- Perform trade studies on capital equipment and tool procurement
- Support on-site and off-site vehicle testing
- Directly interact with customers and strategic partners
What’s Prepared You:
- Bachelor’s degree in STEM field (science, technology, engineering or mathematics)
- 3+ years of experience leading direct reports in the aerospace industry
- 5+ years of experience working in production, R&D, or test operation environments
- Strong understanding of SMC-S-016 and other spaceflight hardware requirements.
- Strong understanding of DAQ systems, meaningful experience in set-up and troubleshooting, and prior experience in basic coding (LabVIEW, Python, etc.)
- Strong and demonstrated understanding of the build and test of electro-mechanical systems
- Experience developing and executing qualification and acceptance test campaigns for complex hardware or new technologies
- Experience in set-up and operation of environmental test equipment (i.e. Tvac chambers, thermal chambers, vibe tables, etc.)
- Proficient in electromechanical assembly and troubleshooting
- Demonstrated mastery of project management and associated tools
- Proficiency with CAD modeling software (e.g., NX or SolidWorks)
- Outstanding communication and written documentation skills, including use of Microsoft suite products (Excel, Word, Powerpoint)
What We Offer:
- Work with a team of best-in-class engineers building the foundation of planetary surface exploration
- Ownership in the company
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with matching
- Flexible time off and parental leave
- On-site snacks, beverages, and 2x weekly lunches
- Flexible work environment
About Astrolab
Having a strong, inclusive, and inspired team is essential to accomplishing our bold mission. Employees are our biggest asset, and we are deeply committed to them and our values. At Astrolab we…
Demonstrate and inspire trust. Interactions are direct, honest, and respectful. We are fair and transparent with what we do and why.
Thrive in balance. Balance gives us perspective and keeps us motivated and inspired. We commit to rewarding work and a fulfilling personal life.
Seek diverse perspectives. We ask questions, engage in productive debate and offer alternatives to ensure our solutions and products are robust and a reflection of our collective best.
Move with purpose. Quality and reliability are accomplished through efficient ideation and iteration. We act with a sense of urgency and deliver what we promise, always with the big picture in mind.
Make an impact. We intentionally move our community and industry into the future through our work, practices, and actions.
Our Hiring Process
Stage 1:
Application Review
Stage 2:
Recruiter Phone Interview
Astrolab is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and value diversity. We are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, gender, gender identity, parental or pregnancy status, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or veteran status. If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to careers@astrolab.space. We value diversity at Astrolab, and we strive to remove unconscious and unnecessary barriers to build the best team. While we’ve outlined what an ideal candidate could look like, we know that you may bring something unanticipated and essential to the team. If you’re reading this and can see yourself contributing, please register below.
