Electrical Test Engineer
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Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and TechniciansElectrical EngineersElectrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and TechniciansElectronics Engineers, Except ComputerValidation EngineersIndustries:
Other Electrical Equipment and Component ManufacturingBuilding Equipment ContractorsElectrical Equipment ManufacturingHousehold Appliances and Electrical and Electronic Goods Merchant WholesalersMedical and Diagnostic LaboratoriesWe are seeking a highly skilled Electrical Test Engineer II to join our team in Kent, WA, supporting the integrated system testing of our launch vehicles. In this role, you will leverage your expertise in electrical and systems engineering with a strong background in data acquisition and Python scripting. You will work alongside multidisciplinary teams to ensure the quality, performance, and reliability of subsystems critical to human spaceflight missions. Key Responsibilities:Plan, develop, and execute integrated system testing of launch vehicles with a focus on electrical subsystems.Design, implement, and optimize data acquisition systems for accurate test measurement and analysis.Write and maintain automation scripts in Python to support data acquisition, test execution, and data post-processing.Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, software, and systems engineers to develop comprehensive test plans and procedures.Troubleshoot and resolve issues with electrical and data acquisition systems during testing.Analyze test results, document findings, and provide recommendations for design improvements.Support both ground and flight-testing campaigns, ensuring all test activities meet program quality and safety standards.Maintain detailed documentation for test setups, procedures, and findings to support future reviews and audits. Qualifications:Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field.5+ years of experience in electrical test engineering, preferably within the aerospace or related industry.Proven experience with data acquisition systems (DAQ), instrumentation, and control systems.Proficiency in Python for automation, data processing, and scripting tasks.Strong understanding of system-level testing, troubleshooting, and failure analysis.Experience working in a multidisciplinary engineering environment.Excellent analytical, communication, and documentation skills.Ability to work onsite in Kent, WA.Key responsibilities:Configure avionics systems for test in thermal and vibration environmental testing chambers.Execute work orders to support system-level electrical validation of New Glenn avionics.Review and process data collected by test systems.Report findings in a standardized format.Identify and report non-conformance issues with test systems and units under test.Write and maintain automation scripts in Python to support data acquisition, test execution, and data post‑processing.Troubleshoot and resolve issues with electrical and data acquisition systems during testing.