Optical Test Engineer II

As an Optical Test Engineer at Impulse, you will be responsible for designing, procuring, assembling, and operating optomechanical test setups while working closely with a fast paced, agile team that produces high-performance spacecraft from clean sheet designs.

Responsibilities

• Design and build optical, mechanical, and electrical systems in support of spacecraft optomechanical components
• Fully own key test assets and major test programs while collaborating with wide ranging teams across the company
• Coordinate with external vendors and contractors to meet project technical and schedule objectives
• Perform test setup, hardware inspections, checkouts and troubleshooting as needed
• Conduct test operations geared toward rapidly developing hardware for spaceflight
• Resolve technical issues with innovative and resourceful solutions 

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, optical, aerospace, electrical engineering or related field
• 3+ years of experience in hardware development testing
• Strong engineering fundamentals in optical, mechanical, and electrical analysis
• Prior hands-on operational experience working with test facilities
• Previously demonstrated ownership of test stand design and build-up
• Able to identify and procure appropriate test equipment 
• Proficient with data acquisition and control methods
• Demonstrated ability of taking project ownership and working well in small teams