Assembly, Integration and Test Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Infinity’s niche in the aerospace and defense industry is specialized solutions that help bridge the gap between space and ground. This is no small task, and we owe our success to our team who help us fulfill our mission; to match people with their legacies for betterment of the world. There is always a place at Infinity for a motivated, capable individual seeking a career to better the world. We prioritize supporting our team through exceptional benefits, work-life balance, and structured career development. At Infinity, WE ARE MORE – now, come be more with us!

**Contingent Upon Contract Award**

Job Summary:

The Assembly, Integration, and Test (AI&T) Engineer is responsible for developing, executing, and documenting test procedures for space technology systems ranging from CubeSats to ESPA-class spacecraft to ensure performance, functionality, and reliability in support of Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) space missions. This role involves integrating spacecraft hardware and software components, conducting space-qualified environmental testing, troubleshooting technical issues, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to refine mission designs.

The AI&T engineer will support the full testing lifecycle for spaceflight experiments, including:

• Spacecraft assembly and integration: Hands-on assembly, integration, and testing of spacecraft buses, payloads, and experiments within government clean room facilities at Kirtland AFB
• Space environmental testing: Conduct and support functional and environmental testing including thermal vacuum, vibration, acoustic, EMI/EMC, and other space-qualification tests
• Launch integration: Support flight experiment integration at launch sites, including mechanical installation, functional testing, inspection, and day-of-launch processes
• Test facility management: Support government integration facility operations, including laboratory safety, clean room protocols, ESD procedures, and compliance with aerospace safety standards

This position requires hands-on experience with space hardware, understanding of spaceflight environmental requirements, and the ability to work in Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs) supporting cradle-to-grave space mission lifecycles from concept through launch and operations.

Key Responsibilities:

System Assembly and Integration:

• Perform hands-on assembly and integration of spacecraft buses, payloads, and experiments within government facilities
• Support integration of CubeSat through ESPA-class spacecraft and high-altitude balloon systems
• Integrate flight hardware and software components, ensuring proper interfaces and functionality
• Support spacecraft mechanical installation, harnessing, thermal blanketing, and system closeouts
• Coordinate with spacecraft subsystem engineers (power, communications, attitude control, propulsion, structures)
• Maintain clean room protocols, ESD procedures, and contamination control standards
• Support government integration facility management including equipment maintenance and calibration

Space Environmental Testing:

• Develop and execute test plans for space-qualified environmental testing:
  • Thermal vacuum testing (hot/cold operational and survival temperatures)
  • Vibration and shock testing (simulating launch environments)
  • Acoustic testing (launch vehicle acoustic environments)
  • EMI/EMC testing (electromagnetic compatibility for space systems)
  • Functional testing (end-to-end spacecraft operations verification)
• Conduct systems-level tests to evaluate performance of spacecraft, balloon, and ground systems/subsystems
• Operate and maintain test equipment including thermal chambers, shake tables, and RF test equipment
• Perform data reduction, analysis, and review of functional and environmental test results
• Develop documented data acquisition, processing, analysis, and modeling/simulation tools for test evaluations

Test Planning & Documentation:

• Develop comprehensive test plans, test procedures, and test cases for spacecraft verification and validation
• Draft and review test specifications and user's guides
• Prepare Safety Plans and Risk Management Plans for test activities
• Document experimental processes and results to allow independent reproduction of tests
• Participate in programmatic, technical, and safety reviews
• Conduct reliability, operability, interoperability, and performance assessments
• Maintain test reports, compliance artifacts, and lessons learned documentation

Launch Integration Support:

• Support flight experiment launch integration activities at launch sites
• Support telemetry archiving, analysis, and post-launch documentation
• Pack, protect, and ship flight experiments and support equipment to launch facilities
• Support hardware and software integration in preparation for launch, including:
  • Mechanical installation and interface verification
  • Functional testing and health checks
  • Thermal blanketing and final closeouts
  • Inspection and fairing integration
  • Range safety procedures
  • Day-of-launch processes and anomaly resolution

Integration Facility Management:

• Maintain and upgrade government integration capabilities and equipment
• Identify and recommend mitigation for hazardous situations in workspaces, test facilities, integration areas, and pre-launch facilities
  
• Support government integration facility management, including:
  • Personnel training on laboratory equipment and safety procedures
  • Facility security and access control compliance
  • Safety compliance and hazard identification Maintain and upgrade government integration capabilities and equipment

Root Cause Analysis & Re-engineering:

• Analyze test results, troubleshoot issues, and support root cause analysis for test failures
• Support re-engineering and re-design of software and hardware after testing
• Implement corrective actions and retest to verify fixes
• Document failure modes, lessons learned, and design improvements

Collaboration and Cross-Functional Support:

• Work closely with systems engineers, software engineers, hardware engineers, and operations personnel
• Support direct analytical, technician, and systems engineering tasks of the RVE Assembly, Integration, and Testing Infrastructure Lead(s)
• Provide technical support for design reviews, customer demonstrations, and field testing

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering
• Experience:
  • Junior: 0-3 years of experience in assembly, system integration and testing
  • Journeyman: 3-10 years of experience in assembly, system integration and testing
  • Senior: 10+ years of experience in assembly, system integration and testing
• Clearance: Secret, TS/SCI Preferred
  
• Minimum Skills Required:
• Hands-on experience with spacecraft or aerospace hardware assembly and integration
• Knowledge of space environmental testing requirements and methodologies (thermal vacuum, vibration, EMI/EMC)
• Strong knowledge of test equipment, data acquisition systems, and troubleshooting techniques
• Proficiency in test automation tools and scripting languages (Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW)
• Understanding of spacecraft subsystems (power, communications, ADCS, propulsion, structures)
• Understanding of software-hardware interactions and embedded systems testing
• Experience with clean room operations, ESD protocols, and contamination control
• Ability to analyze and interpret test data, diagnose failures, and provide corrective actions
• Knowledge of aerospace safety standards and procedures
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical documentation and team collaboration
• Preferred Skills:
• Experience working in DoD, Air Force Research Laboratory, or space program environments
• Experience with launch vehicle integration (Atlas V, Delta IV, Falcon 9, or similar)
• Experience with CubeSat or small satellite programs
• Knowledge of networking protocols and cybersecurity principles in test environments
• Background in agile testing practices and hardware/software-in-the-loop testing
• Professional engineering certification (PE) or equivalent (for Senior level)
• Familiarity with aerospace and space standards:
  • MIL-STD-1540D (Product Verification for Space Vehicles)
  • MIL-STD-882D (System Safety)
  • DoD-HDBK-343 (One-Of-A-Kind Space Equipment)
  • AFRLI 61-103 (AFRL Research Test Management)

Work environment/Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work in a lab, manufacturing, or field testing environment with occasional exposure to industrial settings.
• May require lifting up to 25 pounds and working with test equipment.
• Travel may be required for on-site testing, field support, or customer demonstrations.

Work Schedule:

This is a full-time position, typically working 40 hours per week. Overtime may be required depending on operational needs.

Infinity Benefits:

Great Company Culture. Infinity firmly believes that our success is due to the happiness and personal satisfaction of our employees. 

Health Benefits.  100% Company Paid monthly Medical and Dental premiums for you AND your family. 

Prepare for the Future. 401(k) company contribution, with free professional financial planning advisors 

Rest and Relaxation. Three weeks' Vacation – and  we offer an annual company reward trip after one year of employment.

Health and Wellness. We offer 48 hours of sick leave, in addition to your Vacation, as well as Flex-Spending options (Medical and Dependent Care) 

Work that Stays at Work. Genuine work/life balance and flexibility. We know our employees have lives outside of work and we support you in living them! 

Education and Professional Training Reimbursement. We support our employees career aspirations and growth through our Education Reimbursement Program! 

Profit Sharing Plan. Infinity’s success is due to our employees which is why all eligible employees receive an annual payout based on our Profit-Sharing Plan. 

U.S. Citizenship is required.

EOE including disability/vet

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