Relativity Space

Senior Avionics Systems Test Engineer, Operations

Relativity Space$148K — $203K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS/MS/PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
  • 5+ years experience in integrated systems testing (flight test, validation)
  • Strong understanding of engineering requirements capture and test planning
  • Experience in testing and troubleshooting complex electrical/software systems
  • Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, MATLAB) for data analysis

Responsibilities

  • Lead avionics system-level integration and test operations
  • Coordinate validation efforts for avionics subsystems and power systems
  • Develop vehicle-level avionic CONOPs and operator manuals
  • Support the creation and operation of avionics integrated system testbeds
  • Assist with on-console test operations during launches

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and equity
  • Generous PTO and sick leave policy
  • Parental leave
  • Annual learning and development stipend
  • Transparent compensation practices
Full Job Description
About the Team:

The Avionics team is responsible for all aspects of the electrical design on the rocket, from electronics, interconnects, associated mechanical design, testing and initial production. This team's scope includes the flight computers, power systems, RF systems, PCB design, autonomous flight safety systems, and telemetry. This team works on complex electrical systems that require modularity and flexibility, and are critical to the successful launch of Terran R, and beyond!

About the Role:

The Avionics Test & Operations team is responsible for testing avionics hardware and systems across the entire product lifecycle of Terran R: component-, subsystem-, and vehicle-level. As an Avionics Test Engineer at Relativity Space, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and executing avionics testing strategies for our rocket systems. This includes working closely with the avionics design team to identify and troubleshoot any issues, and developing automation and testing infrastructure to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Responsible engineer for avionics system-level integration, design validation, test, and operations
  • Coordinate test efforts to validate avionics system and subsystem design, including power system validation, fault tolerance and isolation behavior, vehicle network behavior, software validation, etc.
  • Develop vehicle-level avionics CONOPs, go/no-go criteria, system automation, and operator manuals
  • Support the development and operation of Avionics integrated system testbeds
  • Support on-console test operations and data review for the avionics system during stage-level test and launch operations

About You:
  • Undergraduate or graduate degree (BS/MS/PhD) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
  • 5+ years experience with integrated systems test, such as flight test, hardware or software design validation, or development of hardware in the loop test platforms
  • Understanding of engineering requirements capture and the verification/validation test planning process
  • Experience testing, validating, and troubleshooting complex integrated electrical and software systems
  • Experience with scripting languages such as Python or MATLAB for data acquisition/recording and analysis

Nice to haves but not required:
  • Familiarity with wire harness design tools such as Zuken
  • Familiarity with CAD tools such as NX and Teamcenter
  • Familiarity with a PCB design modeling tool such as Altium Designer
  • Familiarity with common communication protocols such as Ethernet, CAN, UART, SPI, etc.


At Relativity Space, we are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation practices. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors.

Compensation is only one part of our total rewards package. Relativity Space offers competitive salary and equity, a generous PTO and sick leave policy, parental leave, an annual learning and development stipend, and more! To see some of the benefits & perks we offer, please visit here.

Hiring Range:

$148,000-$203,500 USD

About Relativity Space

Relativity Space is an American aerospace manufacturer that is developing 3D printed rockets. The company was founded in 2015 by Tim Ellis and Jordan Noone, and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California. Relativity Space's goal is to reduce the cost and time required to produce rockets by using 3D printing technology. The company's rockets are designed to be fully reusable, which could significantly reduce the cost of space launches. Relativity Space has received funding from a number of investors, including Mark Cuban and Playground Global.
Learn more about Relativity Space
Size
200 employees
Industry
Founded
2016

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