Astrobotic 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 recently 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 Test Instrumentation Engineer will be involved in development and evolution of Astrobotic's portfolio of propulsion testing capabilities, including active involvement in engine and flight test campaigns, test stand development and operations, and test infrastructure maintenance and improvements. Applicants should have a background in electrical engineering or integration and test. Experience with propulsion system testing and hazardous test operations is desired. This position will be on-site in Mojave, CA. 

Job Responsibilities:

• Serve as a key 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.
• Create, test, run, and troubleshoot scripts to support console operations.
• Develop and maintain engine test stand control and Data Acquisition (DAQ) system, including implementation of test article instrumentation, valve hardware and control logic, and perform checkout of systems prior to testing.
• Configure, monitor, test, and maintain instrumentation, process controls, data acquisition systems, and electrical systems to support real time recording of test data.
• Integrate, test, troubleshoot, and modify developmental and production electrical and electronic units, assemblies, components, parts, equipment, and systems
• Develop integration and test products including test plans, work instructions, test procedures, and test reports.
• Generate and support discrepancy documentation and ensure test processes and test disciplines are being followed during integration and test execution.
• Work with systems engineers to develop test requirements, maintain appropriate documentation, and support design verification via test.
• Ensure safe and successful test activities in a variety of environments.
• Provide input to ground support equipment design and operations. 

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, manufacturing engineering, or mechanical engineering.
• 3+ years of professional experience working with controls, electrical systems, integration and test, or flight operations.
• Experience in developing, troubleshooting, testing, and calibration of instrumentation systems and equipment.
• C/C++ programming experience.
• Experience with Laboratory Virtual Instrument Engineering Workbench (LabVIEW) data acquisition.
• Fabrication and assembly skills with electrical components and harnesses.
• Operational knowledge of an oscilloscope and multi-meter, soldering wires and connectors, operation of various crimping tools, wire stripping, continuity testing, pinning out a connector, and routing cables.
• Excellent communication and team interaction skills, strong work ethic, and intrinsic self-motivation. 

Desired Skills & Qualifications:

• Understanding of cryogenic propulsion systems.
• Professional experience working with engine and propulsion test.
• Experience safely testing with and handling hazardous materials (cryogens, high pressure gas, etc.)
• Experience working with instrumentation such as pressure transducers, thermocouples, valves, flow meters, multimeters, or oscilloscopes.
• Knowledge in data acquisition concepts, hardware, and interfacing (National Instruments PXIe and CDAQ based).
• Experience using Computer-Aided Design (CAD) to design parts/assemblies (SolidWorks preferred).
• Experience with Plumbing and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID).
• Understanding of regulatory and industrial standards and codes. 

Compensation & Benefits:

The base salary range represents the low and high end of the anticipated salary range for this position. The actual base salary offered will depend on numerous factors, including individual performance, business objectives, and the candidate’s professional & educational experience. Base salary is just one component of Astrobotic’s competitive total rewards strategy.

Our total rewards package for full-time employees includes:

• Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Financial Protection: Company-paid life insurance and AD&D, voluntary short- and long-term disability coverage, plus voluntary life and supplemental insurance options
• Tax-Advantaged Accounts: Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Immediate vesting with company match
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible Paid Time Off and company-paid holidays
• Well-Being Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with counseling, mental health resources, and will preparation services
• Additional Voluntary Benefits: Accident and hospital indemnity coverage, as well as pet insurance

The recruiter assigned to this role can share more details about the specific compensation and benefits during the hiring process.

Export Control Regulations:

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 or U.S. person which includes U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) including those individuals granted refugee or asylum status, or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

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.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation:

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.