Astrobotic Technology Inc Jobshttps://astrobotic-technology-inc.primepay-recruit.comOpen positions at Astrobotic Technology IncComponent Test Engineerhttps://astrobotic-technology-inc.primepay-recruit.com/job/997715/component-test-engineer<strong>Astrobotic </strong>is at the forefront of advancing space exploration and technology development. Our expertise spans from lunar rovers, landers, and infrastructure to spacecraft navigation, machine vision…Mojave, CAAstrobotic is at the forefront of advancing space exploration and technology development. Our expertise spans from lunar rovers, landers, and infrastructure to spacecraft navigation, machine vision, and computing systems for in-space robotic applications. To date, the company has been contracted for two lunar missions and has won more than 60 National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), Department of Defense (DoD), and commercial technology contracts worth more than $600 million.

We launched and operated the first American lunar lander mission since the Apollo Program. Beyond helping lead America back to the Moon, Astrobotic developed and operates reusable vertical takeoff, vertical landing (VTVL)rockets and continues to advance next-generation VTVL capabilities and advanced rocket engines. Established in 2007, Astrobotic is headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, with a propulsion and test campus in Mojave, CA.

The Component Test Engineer will be involved in development and evolution of Astrobotic’s portfolio of propulsion testing capabilities, including active involvement in component and vehicle test campaigns, development of test products to support integration and test operations, and collaboration with cross-functional engineering teams to achieve verification objectives. Applicants should have a background in vehicle development, qualification, and ground and flight testing. 

Job Responsibilities:   

  • Support the integrated, qualification and acceptance testing of vehicle components/assemblies, including propulsion systems, avionics hardware, pressurant systems, and structural components. 
  • Develop test plans and test procedures, design/analyze test fixturing to support both on and off vehicle testing, write test reports, and hold test readiness and data reviews. 
  • Support the development and maintenance of the V&V and requirement verification matrix with the Systems Engineering team.
  • Ensure system solutions are flight worthy prior to test and flight operations. 
  • Work with the Structures, Mechanisms, Integration and Test lead to optimize when and how on vehicle testing is performed to best support vehicle assembly timeline. 
  • As required, support tests performed by external suppliers as the responsible engineer for a given component/system. 
  • Collaborate with functional engineering teams to ensure test and requirement verification objectives are achieved with test plans. 
  • Specify appropriate instrumentation to capture vehicle and component performance that balances cost and data fidelity. 
  • As part of test data reviews, provide and assess vehicle and component performance, including failure analysis and identifying critical failure modes, effects, and design solutions to mitigate test failures. 
  • Support troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation for test-related issues.
  • Serve as a team member for Mojave test operations, including but not limited to component integration and testing, integrated engine and propulsion system testing, and flight vehicle testing.
  • Generate and support discrepancy documentation and ensure test processes and test disciplines are being followed during integration and test execution.
  • Ensure safe and successful test activities in a variety of environments.

 Required Skills & Qualifications

  • B.S. degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or relevant field.
  • 3-5+ years of experience with integrated vehicle or component test.
  • Working knowledge of fluid components such as valves, regulators, actuators, and fittings.
  • Experience with sensors, instrumentation (pressure transducers, accelerometers, etc.), and data acquisition/controls.
  • Good working knowledge of multiple engineering disciplines, including Mechanical, Electrical, and Software Engineering. 
  • Excellent communication and team interaction skills, strong work ethic, and intrinsic self-motivation.
  • A dedication to safety, including experience working with hazardous pressurized or other relevant systems.
  • Ability to deliver results with minimal oversight.

Desired Skills & Qualifications:   

  • An understanding of VTVL vehicle design and operations.
  • Understands what is — and what is not — needed for high reliability VTVL systems, including knowledge of MIL-STD-1522, NASA-STD-5012 and FAA Guide to Verifying Safety-Critical Structures for Reusable Launch and Reentry Vehicles. 
  • Familiarity in systems engineering, including requirement validation and verification thru test.
  • Familiarity with DO-160 and/or DO-178. 
  • Hands-on experience performing component and system qualification testing and/or directing technicians.
  • Self-driven, adaptable, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
]]>Senior Electrical Hardware Engineer (Avionics)https://astrobotic-technology-inc.primepay-recruit.com/job/1013025/senior-electrical-hardware-engineer-avionicsAt Astrobotic Technology, Inc., we are redefining what is possible beyond Earth and building the systems that enable humanity’s return to the Moon and beyond. From lunar landers and rovers to…Engineering ProfessionalsPittsburgh, PAAt Astrobotic Technology, Inc., we are redefining what is possible beyond Earth and building the systems that enable humanity’s return to the Moon and beyond. From lunar landers and rovers to advanced navigation, and in-space computing, our teams design and deliver the technologies that power real missions, not just concepts. With more than $600 million in contracts across NASA, the DOW, and commercial partners, and two lunar missions already secured, our work is shaping the future of space exploration. We recently achieved a historic milestone by launching and operating the first American lunar lander since the Apollo era, while continuing to advance reusable vertical takeoff, vertical landing rocket systems and next-generation propulsion. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with a propulsion and test campus in Mojave, California, Astrobotic is home to a team of pioneers known as Astrobots who are driven to make space accessible to the world.

The Avionics team is responsible for the electrical components on our vehicles from concept through design, testing, production and integration of the flight unit. As Senior Electrical Hardware Engineer, you will be responsible for the technical aspects of design, manufacturing oversight, testing of avionics hardware for various spacecraft subsystems, and generating documentation to support software development, component acceptance testing, and component/vehicle assembly and integration. 

 

Job Responsibilities:

  • The development of flight hardware avionics, including computing, signal conditioning, control electronics, filtering, data acquisition, and command & data handling (C&DH)
  • Providing technical and programmatic guidance to internal avionics team members (employees, subcontractors, consultants) and partner support personnel
  • Managing the schedule, budget, and design performance for an assigned Line Replaceable Unit (LRU) or portion of the Avionics subsystem
  • Delegating and managing the completion of discrete tasks within a multi-disciplinary team
  • Performing trade studies for electrical and avionics systems
  • Analyzing and verifying different operating modes of the spacecraft by designing, fabricating, and testing integrated avionics systems
  • Utilizing partners and suppliers to identify and implement cost-effective, technically optimal solutions
  • Researching and selecting components from various external vendors by verifying that the components meet the mission needs
  • Testing of fabricated PCBs or integrated avionics systems
  • Developing test scripts or simulations for testing integrated systems
  • Participating in environmental tests of engineering design units
  • Participating in qualification tests of flight design units
  • Delivering technical reports of tests and advancements in avionics and power systems

Required Qualifications:

  • Experience in component/LRU electrical design
  • Ability to mentor and lead small teams of engineers to design complex products
  • Systems engineering (SE) experience for controlling requirements, risks, and integration flow
  • Experience with communications protocols such as RS-422/RS-485/CAN/Ethernet/SPI/I2C/UART
  • Schematic and board design proficiency using software like Altium, Eagle, OrCAD, or similar
  • Rapid prototype development skills
  • Strong debugging skills
  • Digital, analog, and signal conditioning design skills
  • Good communication and technical writing skills
  • Highly proficient with MSOffice tools
  • 8+ years of experience in electronics hardware development
  • B.S. in Electrical or Computer Engineering or Equivalent Work Experience

Desired Qualifications:

  • Microsoft Project/JIRA or similar task management and scheduling tools
  • Knowledge of Range Safety and Ground Safety electronics compliance
  • Capable of utilizing mechanical computer aided design (CAD) tools to develop avionics systems
  • Capable of programming FPGAs, microcontrollers, computer processors, graphic processors, or similar
  • Knowledge of NASA-STD 4001 and NASA-STD 4003 or similar
  • Knowledge of space environmental tests
  • Experience with testing for MIL-STD 461 or similar
  • M.S. in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Stand-out Qualifications:

  • Experience in developing spacecraft electronics systems for a Class D unmanned spacecraft or similar
  • Experience in High-Speed Digital printed circuit board design
  • Experience implementing VITA VPX or SpaceVPX standards (VITA 46.0, VITA 65.0, VITA 78.0)

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.

Astrobotic Technology, Inc. does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to contact@astrobotic.com.


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