Staff Avionics Test Software Engineer

Ready to make connectivity from space universally accessible, secure and actionable? Then you’ve come to the right place!

E-Space is bridging Earth and space to enable hyper-scaled deployments of Internet of Things (IoT) solutions and services. We are building a highly-advanced low Earth orbit (LEO) space system that will fundamentally change the design, economics, manufacturing and service delivery associated with traditional satellite and terrestrial IoT systems.

We’re intentional, we’re unapologetically curious and we’re 100% committed to innovate space-based communications and deliver actionable intelligence that will expand global economies, protect space and our planet and enhance our overall quality of life.

The Staff Avionics Test Software Engineer will participate in all phases of testing avionics flight hardware for E-Space satellites. You will work collaboratively with engineers of various disciplines to develop the automated test framework for satellite avionics and systems, including test methods, custom embedded, and PC based test software development, and ultimately support the rigorous flight-like testing of satellite hardware.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of experience in embedded software, Python development, and hardware testing.

This position reports to the Director of Electrical Engineering and will work closely with the Electrical, Software, and Systems Engineering teams. This role is based in our Saratoga, CA office.

• Develop avionics test architecture for the satellite as well as specific PCBAs
• Develop embedded firmware for custom avionics test PCBAs in C/C++
• Develop PC based automated test control software and GUIs in Python
• Develop database related code for the storing and processing of test data
• Verification testing of custom test software and hardware designs
• Develop test procedures in collaboration with other engineering disciplines
• Support automated testing of satellite electronics at the unit and system levels, as well as anomaly resolution
• Work with flight hardware designers on design-for-test strategies
• Contribute to the development of engineering and production best practices to support efficient manufacturing

• Bachelor of Science degree in Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• 10+ years of experience in embedded C/C++ and Python development and testing
• Proficiency with electronics hardware, including the ability to read schematics and PCB layouts, and the ability to perform basic hardware testing with lab equipment
• The ability to make basic harnesses for engineering purposes
• Strong documentation skills for software architecture designs, test procedures, results, analysis, etc.
• Demonstrated success working in a dynamic environment

• Master’s degree in Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• Experience with satellite ground data systems
• Ability to design PCBAs including schematics and PCB layout
• Proficiency with Altium Designer
• Skills with FPGA design in Verilog or VHDL
• Experience with mechanical design in Solidworks

This is a full time, exempt position, based out of our Saratoga office. The target base pay for this position is $150,000 - $210,000 annually. The total compensation packaged will be determined by various factors such as your relevant job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

We are redefining how satellites are designed, manufactured and used—so we’re looking for candidates with passion, deep knowledge and direct experience on LEO satellite component development, design and in-orbit activities. If that’s your experience – then we’ll be immediately wow-ed.

E-Space is not currently able to provide employment sponsorship for candidates who do not hold work authorization for the location of this role.

Why E-Space is right for you:

As a member of our team, you will play a crucial role in driving our success. Our team members have a strong sense of dedication and responsibility; this includes a strong commitment to our mission to create an entirely new suite of global capabilities to improve lives, business efficiencies and build a smarter planet. This means that there will be times when extra hours, including nights and weekends, may be needed to meet critical deadlines and mission goals. In return, we offer a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development and the chance to make a meaningful impact in a high-growth industry.

We want you to make the most of your journey at E-Space. That’s why we support and invest in the physical, emotional and financial well-being of our team members and their families. Some of what you can expect when working at E-Space:

• An opportunity to really make a difference

• Sustainability at our core

• Fair and honest workplace

• Innovative thinking is encouraged

• Competitive salaries

• Continuous learning and development

• Health and wellness care options

• Financial solutions for the future

• Optional legal services (US only)

• Paid holidays

• Paid time off