Umbra is hiring a Spacecraft Assembly, Integration and Test (AI&T) Engineer to lead and support the integration, testing, and delivery of our space products. You’ll work within the Mission Solutions business unit, developing test plans, troubleshooting complex hardware and software, and ensuring successful operations for our customers.
What You’ll Do
- Lead assembly, integration, and testing of Umbra space products at customer sites.
- Support assembly, integration, and testing of Umbra space products at Umbra sites.
- Become an expert in Umbra products, including spacecraft, payloads, and ground systems.
- Conduct electrical, mechanical, and software integration and troubleshooting.
- Develop and implement hardware and software test procedures and documentation.
- Build and deploy ground support equipment and special test equipment.
- Conduct on-site system-level testing.
- Support Umbra customers and train end users for testing and operations.
- Travel around 25% of the time, both domestic and international, with some trips longer than a week.
- Perform other assigned professional duties.
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.
- 5-8+ years of relevant technical experience.
- Strong understanding of spacecraft and payload subsystems.
- Demonstrated experience with integration, testing, launch, and operations.
- Experience with flight software, test software, and end-to-end system testing.
- Demonstrated experience with hardware and software troubleshooting and anomaly resolution.
- Strong interpersonal skills to interact effectively with customers and Umbra staff.
- Good communication skills, ability to collaborate in a team, and a willingness to learn new technologies.
- Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced development environment.
- Ability to travel around 25% of the time, both domestic and international, with some durations longer than a week.
Nice to Have
- Delivered spacecraft and subsystems to stakeholders.
- Built and delivered ground support equipment.
- Experienced in testing automation.
- Developed end-to-end mission solutions.
- Expertise in electrical or software disciplines.
Team & Environment
You will be part of the Platforms team within the Mission Solutions business unit.
Benefits & Compensation
- Flexible Time Off, Sick, Family & Medical Leave
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD, STD (employer funded)
- Vol Life, Critical Illness, Accidental, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance (employee funded)
- 401k with 3% non-elective company contribution
- Stock Options
- Free Parking
- Free lunch in office daily
- Compensation Range: $140,000 - $190,000 DOE
Work Mode
This is an onsite position. Locations include Santa Barbara/Goleta, CA; Arlington, VA; and Reston, VA (coming soon).
Umbra is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
