General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS’ expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide.

Whether a specific satellite for a specific mission or a constellation of interconnected spacecraft, the GA-EMS Space Systems team is re-defining how customers can access the possibilities of space. GA-EMS offers modular and scalable satellite platforms backed with a history of operational flight experience to support defense, civil, commercial, and academic mission requirements.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Satellite Test Lead Engineer (Assembly, Integration and Test) working on satellite systems to join our team located in Centennial, CO. The individual filing for the Test Engineer position will interact with technical staff and report to test managers. The tests that the individual will be required to support range from engineering research trials, production and factory acceptance tests, system and component level requirements verification tests combined with operational tests, lifecycle tests, environmental and electromagnetic tests.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Satellite system test planning, organization and test conduction.Satellite system and subsystem test configuration and procedure development, review and execution.Develop and promote satellite assembly, integration and test flows that include the introduction of new concepts and approaches.Design and implement test fixtures, including test plans for both board and system level environmentsTest and troubleshoot complex electronics systems from the component level to the system functionality level.Test and debug, utilizing knowledge of a design with standard lab equipment to troubleshoot issues that occur during test to ensure quality final product.Solve hardware/software interface problems, define input/output parameters, and ensure integration of the entire system or subsystem.Liaise with all levels of program and engineering staff on design, integration and test matters and support other teams/disciplines as necessary.Addresses complex and difficult technical issues requiring novel and highly creative approaches drawing on advanced concepts.May assume technical and engineering responsibility of the success of an identifiable project.Formulate and maintain test plans as execution occurs.Implement and support quality management in the execution of a program.Apply technical knowledge to determine and set technical objectives to analyze, investigate and resolve advanced engineering problems; including future applications, and engineering developments.Performs other duties assigned.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.