GNC Hardware Test Engineer to help build, integrate, and validate sensor and test hardware for spacecraft GNC systems. This is a hands-on lab role ideal for someone who enjoys working across sensors, embedded hardware, test software, and rapid prototyping.
What You'll Do- Build and maintain test jigs to evaluate GNC sensor performance.
- Integrate and test sensors such as IMUs, magnetometers, GNSS receivers, sun sensors, Earth horizon sensors, and star trackers.
- Develop and debug sensor communication over interfaces such as SPI, I2C, UART, and CAN.
- Support hardware-in-the-loop test setups for GNC software, sensors, actuators, and flight-like interfaces.
- Use platforms such as Raspberry Pi, Arduino, Pixhawk, or similar embedded systems for prototyping and test automation.
- Design simple fixtures, mounts, and test equipment using 3D printing and rapid prototyping methods.
- Write scripts and test tools in Python, MATLAB, and C++.
- Work with GNC, avionics, software, and systems engineers to troubleshoot issues and validate hardware performance.
Required Qualifications- Hands-on experience with hardware testing, sensor integration, embedded systems, robotics, aerospace projects, or similar lab-based engineering work.
- Familiarity with navigation or attitude sensors such as IMUs, magnetometers, GNSS, sun sensors, Earth horizon sensors, or star trackers.
- Experience with communication interfaces such as SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, or similar protocols.
- Experience with Python, MATLAB, and/or C++ for test scripting, data analysis, or embedded development.
- Ability to troubleshoot hardware/software interface issues using lab tools and structured debugging methods.
- Strong hands-on engineering mindset and willingness to learn in a fast-paced lab environment.
Desired Qualifications- BS or MS in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- Internship, academic, research, or professional experience with spacecraft, UAVs, robotics, avionics, or embedded systems.
- Exposure to hardware-in-the-loop testing, real-time simulation, or automated test systems.
- Experience using Raspberry Pi, Arduino, Pixhawk, or similar platforms.
- Experience with 3D printing, CAD, and rapid fixture design.
- Familiarity with Linux, Git, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and general lab equipment.
For U.S. Roles: To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the United States (i.e. Green Card holder), or other protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).
For U.K. Roles: To comply with U.K. regulations, this role requires Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) checks, and successful candidates must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC).
For Canada Roles: Successful candidates must obtain and hold a security clearance at the reliability status level, and pass security assessment for the Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP) and ITAR.
