Senior Systems and Test Integration Engineer- Hardware DevOps Environment

Description Job Title: Senior Systems and Test Integration Engineer- Hardware DevOps Environment Location: Scottsdale, AZ Employment Type: Contract to Direct Industry: Defense Compensation: $81.09/ hour About the Opportunity: We are seeking a Senior Systems & Test Integration Engineer to support the development, deployment, and integration of advanced payload emulation and hardware test environments for next-generation space systems. In this role, you'll partner with integration, test, FPGA, software, and systems engineering teams to ensure mission-critical space hardware is successfully verified, validated, and prepared for deployment. Why You'll Love Working Here: Work on advanced spacecraft and national security programs utilizing cutting-edge technologies. Collaborate with highly skilled engineering teams across hardware, software, FPGA, integration, and test disciplines. Play a key role in developing and validating sophisticated spaceflight payload systems. Gain exposure to advanced automated test environments, FPGA technologies, and next-generation hardware development. Opportunity to contribute to innovative engineering solutions with significant mission impact. Why This Opportunity is Exciting: This position combines systems engineering, hardware integration, FPGA technology, and test automation in one highly visible role. You'll help shape the infrastructure used to validate complex spaceflight hardware while influencing the future of hardware DevOps and automated testing practices in advanced aerospace environments. About Acara Solutions Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide. Sound like a good fit? APPLY TODAY What You'll Do: Design, deploy, integrate, and support payload emulation environments and special test equipment for spacecraft programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define functionality, interfaces, verification approaches, and test strategies. Lead integration, troubleshooting, verification, and validation efforts for complex hardware systems. Perform integration and testing of spaceflight hardware and payload systems. Support FPGA implementation, debugging, hardware validation, and system-level performance verification. Utilize laboratory equipment including oscilloscopes, multimeters, signal generators, logic analyzers, and power supplies. Support development schedules, technical planning, risk mitigation, and status reporting. Work within both Windows and Linux environments to support hardware DevOps and test infrastructure. Evaluate emerging technologies and collaborate with vendors to enhance test capabilities and system performance. Job Requirements What You'll Bring: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Engineering Technology, Mathematics, Physics, or a related technical field with 5+ years of relevant experience; or Master's degree with 3+ years of relevant experience. 5+ years of experience supporting integration and test activities for complex electronic systems, aerospace systems, or space payloads. 5+ years of experience working with automated test environments, special test equipment, or system verification activities. 5+ years of experience supporting FPGA development, implementation, validation, or troubleshooting activities. 5+ years of experience with Xilinx UltraScale or UltraScale+ FPGA devices. 5+ years of experience using VHDL and/or SystemVerilog for RTL development. 3+ years of experience with high-speed digital interfaces including JESD204B, 10 Gigabit Ethernet, SerDes, or comparable technologies. 3+ years of experience with Xilinx Vivado tools including synthesis, implementation, timing closure, and debugging. What Sets You Apart: Experience supporting high-reliability spacecraft, satellite, or space payload programs. Experience with Failure Review Boards (FRB), corrective action systems, and failure investigations. Experience supporting engineering lifecycle reviews including SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, and PSA. Experience with SPI interfaces, JTAG debugging, and digital I/O systems. Familiarity with FMC mezzanine card interfaces (VITA 57). Strong understanding of Hardware DevOps practices and automated test infrastructures. Experience leading integration and test teams throughout the full development lifecycle. Outstanding communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills. Demonstrated success influencing technical decisions and aligning teams around complex engineering solutions. Interest in leveraging AI-enabled tools to improve engineering efficiency, testing, automation, and innovation. Experience working with Linux (RHEL, Ubuntu) and Windows operating systems. Experience utilizing laboratory test equipment for hardware verification and troubleshooting. Additional Information: Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check and drug screen. Overtime: May be required based on program schedules and business needs. Work Arrangement: Fully On-Site. Work Environment: Advanced aerospace and defense engineering environment supporting spacecraft payload development, integration, automated testing, and national security programs. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Active Top Secret Clearance After you apply, you may receive a call or message from our AI Talent Scout about this role or other opportunities that match your skills and preferences. 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