Automation and Test Engineer, Satellites (Starlink)
Skills
- Test automation and test system design
- Instrumentation and data acquisition (DAQ)
- PLC programming and control systems
- Electrical/electronic test equipment use and troubleshooting
- Experience with digital and analog interfaces (USB, TCP/IP, CAN, SPI, I2C, Modbus)
- Scripting/programming (Python, MATLAB, C/C++)
- Design and build of electromechanical, fluid, thermal, or vacuum systems
- Metrology, measurement error understanding, and uncertainty analysis
- Strong problem-solving and cross-functional collaboration
Responsibilities
- Develop, document, and implement cross-functional automation solutions to improve test capability, coverage, and safety
- Design and implement test and ground support equipment including flight hardware fixtures, automated test equipment, vacuum systems, and facilities infrastructure
- Participate in equipment builds, checkouts, troubleshooting, and field installations
- Design user interfaces that simplify operation and troubleshooting of complex machines
- Architect, write, and debug PLC code and control logic
- Create electrical, pneumatic, and fluid schematics
- Control and maintain network interfaces for data acquisition and control systems
- Perform electrical installation and verification of sensors, valves, switches, and transducers
- Provide innovative solutions to unique installation and testing challenges
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline (required)
- Advanced degree in engineering or related field (preferred)
Benefits
- Base salary within posted ranges plus potential long-term incentives (stock, options, cash awards)
- Eligibility for discretionary bonuses and Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan and disability/life insurance
- Paid parental leave, paid vacation (approx. 3 weeks), and 10+ paid holidays
- Paid sick time per Washington law
- Company shuttle service from select Seattle locations
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