1d ago

Avionics Test Engineer, Hardware

Los Angeles, CA

$110k-$165k / year

full-timemidaerospace

๐Ÿ›  Tech Stack

๐Ÿ’ผ About This Role

You'll focus on hardware integration and testing, system-level and component-level test rack planning and buildup, and avionics validation. You'll work with cross-functional teams to build and operate integrated spacecraft test environments. This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy hands-on hardware work and environmental testing.

๐ŸŽฏ What You'll Do

  • Develop and execute test procedures for spacecraft avionics and RF hardware
  • Build and maintain flatsats, communications racks, and test setups
  • Support hardware integration including harnessing, fixturing, and interface validation
  • Execute RF and avionics validation testing for antennas, radios, and GNSS systems

๐Ÿ“‹ Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
  • 3+ years of professional experience in aerospace hardware or electronics testing
  • Hands-on experience with laboratory instrumentation and hardware bring-up
  • Familiarity with avionics communication protocols: UART, SPI, CAN, I2C

โœจ Nice to Have

  • Experience integrating or testing spacecraft, launch vehicles, or flight electronics
  • Familiarity with RF communications systems and RF lab equipment
  • Basic Python or scripting experience for test automation

๐ŸŽ Benefits & Perks

  • ๐Ÿ“ˆ Equity in Apex
  • ๐Ÿฅ 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision for you and dependents
  • ๐Ÿ–๏ธ 15-20+ days PTO plus 10 holidays
  • ๐Ÿฑ Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks
  • ๐Ÿ‘ถ 8 weeks paid parental leave plus childcare reimbursement for travel

๐Ÿ“จ Hiring Process

Estimated timeline: 2-4 weeks ยท AI estimate

  1. 1Recruiter screenยท 30 min
  2. 2Technical interviewยท 60 min
  3. 3On-site / final roundยท 90 min
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