Head of Electrical Test @ ABL Space Systems

Salary Range: 160000 to 190000 (Currency: USD) (Pay period: per-year-salary)

ABL Space Systems is driven by the vision that in ten years, missions to space will launch every day from around the world. We’ve set out to assure global access to space through the development of a low-cost launch vehicle and a modular ground system, RS1 and GS0.

Behind our business model is an exceptional team. Engineers, technicians and operators at ABL thrive on creating simple yet effective systems to tackle the challenge that space launch presents.

Launch is just the beginning. Join ABL in paving the way for the next-generation space platform.

HEAD OF ELECTRICAL TEST

ABL’s Head of Electrical Test is critical to mission success, ensuring the bridge between hardware responsible for producing thousands of pounds of thrust and software guiding the payload safely to the correct orbit operates as designed.

The Head of Electrical Test is responsible for leading all validation aspects of the avionics system of the rocket – from flight computers, flight termination systems, vehicle harnessing, flight software, and simulation as they design and support the hardware-in-the-loop (HITL) test beds in a highly dynamic environment working across technical domains to develop extensible and maintainable test beds

As a member of the Electronic systems team, they will be responsible for architecting end-to-end avionics simulation and test by providing the platform to validate system functionality. The Head of Electrical Test will have ownership of the HITL system from design, integration, and support. Their strategic understanding and leadership of the vehicle design enables quick system design and bring-up. The Head of Electrical Test will also lead vehicle tests and checkouts at the factory, test sites, and launch sites.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lead design, development, and support of complex hardware-in-the-loop systems for existing and new vehicle designs
Lead and manage a team of test rack software, hardware and test operations groups
Drive design and sustainment of system integration beds through deep understanding of system requirements, interface definition, verification plans, and vehicle hardware/software development
Lead design maintainable and extensible hardware/software solutions to electrically simulate actuators and sensors used for our vehicles (PTs, RTDs, HDRMs, LVDTs, servos, IMUs, GPS, solenoids, etc.) simply and efficiently
Create integrated system tests to enhance cross discipline operator training and flight software verification/validation through design of component simulation systems, harnessing, fault injection mechanisms, and automated data analysis tooling
Analyze and review data to verify the avionics system under test meets specifications and design requirements
Perform avionics systems integration, checkout and troubleshooting of anomalies
Plan, develop, and execute system level integration tests to ensure system requirements are met
Write, review, and maintain test and verification plans by partnering closely with stakeholders from Avionics, GNC, Vehicle, and Propulsion teams
Automate data collection, review, and maintain system integration test artifacts for gated reviews (PDR, CDR, TRR)
Focus on Test Racks and Testing Automation with support and management of the operational support for AVI for stage and system level testing
This role is a 100% onsite role with up to 30% travel during launch campaigns

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

B.S. degree or higher in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or related subject area.
5+ years of avionics test experience
1+ years of leadership experience

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

3+ proven years of relevant experience in a startup environment
Experience working in hardware-in-the-loop (HITL) or system integration labs (SIL).
Demonstrated electrical engineering, digital and analog circuit fundamentals, and lab skills (ability to read schematics, understand datasheets, debug PCBs)
Experience with test automation and automated data analysis
Applied experience with embedded systems
General understanding of instrumentation, interfaces, and common communication protocols including DMMs, DAQ, electronic loads, power supplies, oscilloscopes, GPIO, Serial-422, UDP, GigE, I2C, SPI
Hands-on experience soldering or fabricating harnesses
Experience writing test plans, test procedures, and verification matrixes
Proven history of integrating software and hardware systems
Familiarity with Unix-like operating systems
Experienced in the use of standard electronic lab test and troubleshooting equipment.
Proficiency with programming and scripting languages (C++, C, C#, Python, Lua, etc.)
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Preference for and ability to thrive as a member of a small agile team

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
Ability to use a computer to complete assignments
Ability to communicate with individuals and groups in person, by phone and telepresence
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will typically work in an office environment

ITAR Requirement

This position requires access to information protected under US export control laws, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or the Export Administration Regulations. As such, US person status (including US citizens, U.S. permanent residents, individuals granted U.S. asylum status, or individuals admitted in U.S. refugee status) is a required qualification for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, genetics, or citizenship status (when otherwise legally authorized to work and access export-controlled data) and will not be discriminated against on the basis of such characteristics or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We encourage applicants of all ages.

Compensation Overview

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