Environmental Test Engineer

Muon Space
Full-time
San Jose, CA
$164,000 - $177,000
Posted on 2 months ago

Job Description

Muon Space is seeking an experienced Environmental Test Engineer to establish and maintain in-house environmental test capabilities for satellite hardware. This role involves hands-on work with test equipment, assisting engineering teams, and ensuring high-quality testing throughout the design and build processes.

Responsibilities

  • Lead establishment of in-house environmental test capabilities
  • Commission, evaluate, monitor, and maintain test equipment
  • Assemble and troubleshoot supporting equipment
  • Assist with structural testing of satellite components
  • Instrument and test flight hardware
  • Plan and commission test equipment build-out
  • Install, maintain, and repair instrumentation
  • Support rapid test turnarounds and hardware logistics

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years experience with structural vibration/shock tests
  • 3+ years experience with mechanical/structural/fluid/electrical systems
  • Familiarity with test standards (GEVS, MIL-STD, NASA-STD)
  • Experience with thermal vacuum and vacuum test equipment
  • Experience in a fast-paced technical environment
  • Ability to solve complex problems independently
  • Experience with rigging, cranes, and lift operations
  • Strong computer skills

Benefits

  • No benefits