EGSE Test Engineer at Karman+

KarmanWe are inventors designers engineers scientists tinkerers entrepreneurs adventurers artists activists global citizens architects musicians builders writers athletes and space nerds. We partner with the best minds and most experienced teams across industry and academia bringing together the knowledge experience and skills required to navigate our critical path.MissionWe want to mine space resources from near-Earth asteroids to provide abundant sustainable energy and resources in space and for Earth.VisionAsteroid mining has lived at the intersection of scientific research and popular culture for decades with as many academic papers published as there are books TV shows and movies about it.Access to resources with its finite nature and disparate distribution plays an essential part in the geopolitical web of power and wealth. It has defined economic growth to such an extent that we have been using them as primary demarcation lines and identifiers in our history from the stone to bronze and iron age to our current silicon age.But our resources-driven growth faces a massive existential challenge with climate change ecosystem degradation and resource depletion demanding a complete reset. Humanity needs to shift global transportation manufacturing construction and energy onto a sustainable path.Expanding beyond the Kármán line is where we believe transformative future growth and innovation will be found. Recent missions by NASA (OSIRIS-REx & DART) and JAXA (Hayabusa2) have firmly pushed the idea of using space resources from academic research into commercial opportunity.We believe the Regolith Age powered by abundant space resources is an inevitability that we can accelerate.We value these principles:Diversity of thought. We believe that different perspectives drive better results. We aim to build diverse teams and a diverse company.Ownership feedback and accountability.Ideas improve through collaboration discussion and iteration. Decisions dont follow the same pattern and revert to the mean when made in a group. We aim to have clear ownership accountability for results and autonomy to deliver.No silos.We build cross-functional teams to be able to deliver on our goals. There are no predefined lanes for people to operate in information is pushed out across all teams to make sure we benefit from cross-pollination.High talent bar no a**holes.We optimize for potential and a growth mindset. We value experience but only when balanced with self-awareness and first principles thinking.Small is beautiful.The best results as well as the best work experience come from a small team of talented people working towards a common goal.Position: EGSE Test Engineer (Assembly Integration and Test Team)Location: Broomfield COPosition Type: Full-timeMission: High Frontier Build the Ground Support Systems That Power Spacecraft SuccessAt Karman were building spacecraft systems that will take us beyond Earth orbit. For the High Frontier mission we need a hands-on electrical AI&T engineer to design build and maintain the electrical ground support equipment (EGSE) critical to spacecraft assembly integration and test (AI&T) operations. This is a key role for an engineer who enjoys building hardware owning systems end-to-end and troubleshooting in high-paced environments.What it takes to be successful in this role:As an EGSE Test engineer youll take technical ownership of the electrical support infrastructure that powers our test campaigns. Youll design and maintain systems for power data simulation and control ensuring the smooth operation of spacecraft testing. This is a hands-on hardware-focused roleperfect for engineers who like to move fast build iteratively and solve problems on the bench.This is an individual contributor role focused on technical ownership. The individual will be very hands-on focused on building test systems from the ground up with opportunities to influence spacecraft-level design and testing strategy. Youll collaborate with other teams across avionics software and test operations while driving decisions on make vs. buy and implementing standard operating procedures for ground systems.Key ResponsibilitiesTake ownership of EGSE systems to support AI&T and FlatSat/Hardware-in-the-loop (HITL) environmentsDesign and build EGSE for:Ground power systemsGround data interfaces (CAN Ethernet RS-XXX)Electrical load simulation and inhibit controlSolar array power simulationRF test and calibration supportDrive hands-on integration testing troubleshooting and maintenance of EGSEDevelop and document standard operating procedures for EGSE useCollaborate cross-functionally to ensure EGSE integrates seamlessly with spacecraft systemsWork with software teams to integrate EGSE controls into ground software architectureOwn make/buy decisions and support component procurementReview and provide input to spacecraft electrical architectureEnsure EGSE is designed to accommodate current and future missions have foresight to overdesign where logicalDesign and build EGSE harnessing for day-to-day AI&T operations and non-standard configurations (harnessing to accommodate chamber bulkheads during vehicle thermal vacuum testing)Support spacecraft powered testing including development and execution of test proceduresSupport HITL testing including development and execution of test proceduresWhat You BringDemonstrated experience owning EGSE design and operation for spacecraft or aerospace test programsStrong hands-on experience with powered spacecraft testing and HITL/FlatSat environmentsFamiliarity with spacecraft power distribution avionics and networking protocolsWorking knowledge of test scripting (Python Bash lua or similar)Proficiency with tools such as Altium SolidWorks Linux and data bus analyzersAbility to work independently in a fast-paced iterative development environmentBS in Electrical Engineering Software Engineering Aerospace Engineer or a related technical field5 years of direct experience supporting spacecraft development test or flight programsBonus If You HaveExperience with spacecraft RF systems and RF testingPrevious exposure to solar array simulators and power system testingExperience building hardware for HITL or FlatSat environmentsFamiliarity with ground software development (Python C) for test automation and tool developmentRequirementsFoundational experience in EGSE design and operation for spacecraft or aerospace test programs.BS or MS in engineering aerospace engineering or related technical field.Additional InformationWe OfferOur cash compensation amount for this role is targeted at $90000.00 - $140000.00 annually in this location. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise and may vary from the amount listed above.Top Benefits & PerksAs a member of the Karman team youll enjoy an impressive benefits package:Equity Incentives - Participate in our shared success.Medical Dental and Vision Plans for top tier plans with additional buy-up plan options.Short-term Disability and Long-term Disability covered by KarmanBasic Life Insurance covered by Karman401k planUnlimited Paid Time Off - We focus on what you get done not how many hours or days you work.Location & Work EnvironmentThis position is full-time in-person at our offices & lab in Broomfield CO. If you reside in locations outside of daily commuting distance you will be considered however no relocation or travel assistance will be provided by Karman for this position. This position operates in an office environment. This entails working inside in an office space wherein you may be provided with a public work station (cubicle) or private the performance of the duties and responsibilities of this job you will be required to view a computer terminal for prolonged periods of time.TravelOccasional travel to work site locations may be expected. Overnight stays may be required from time to time for training seminars conferences meetings events or visits to onsite locations.DisclaimerThis job posting is not intended to contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required. Karman reserves the right to change or assign additional duties responsibilities and activities at any time with or without notice.Hiring PracticesKarman is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race color religion national origin age sex (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions) marital status ancestry physical or mental disability genetic information veteran status gender identity or expression sexual orientation or other applicable legally protected characteristic. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability you may contact .Come work with us...We are crazy ambitious but the timing is right. Be part of the team looking to make it happen.We are looking to build things to put in space quickly.We emphasize creativity and innovation and resources are available to support good ideas.Join a team of people working toward the same ambitious goal.We are an engaging team looking to empower our teammates.You can have a share in the company value creation.ITAR RequirementsTo conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations including International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen lawful permanent resident of the U.S. protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.Follow us on LinkedIn to stay tuned on upcoming roles with Karman.If you know someone whod be a great addition to our team please encourage them to apply for this role or for our General Application. Key Skills Apache Commons,Asset,Art And Craft,Concrete Pump,Accident Investigation Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Yearly Salary Salary: 90000 - 140000