{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"96c6f524495b66da35c5b646","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/96c6f524495b66da35c5b646","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/96c6f524495b66da35c5b646","title":"Electrical AI&T Engineer III - Advanced Programs","description":"Who We're Looking For\nQuantum Space is developing high-performance spacecraft designed for agility, autonomy, and mission longevity in cislunar space. We are seeking a highly skilled Electrical Engineer – EGSE, AI&T to lead the development and integration of electrical ground support equipment (EGSE) systems and to support spacecraft assembly, integration, and test (AI&T) activities.\nThis role is ideal for an experienced electrical engineer who thrives at the intersection of hardware development, systems integration, and test execution. You will be a key contributor to ensuring safe and successful vehicle build-up and mission readiness.\nWhere You'll Make an Impact\nDesign, procure, assemble, and operate EGSE systems for spacecraft AI&T including power distribution, communications, telemetry/command, RF test, and custom hardware interfaces\nDesign and build EGSE harnesses for interfacing test equipment and spacecraft systems\nLead spacecraft electrical system integration across avionics, EPS, communications, and propulsion subsystems\nWrite and execute implementation plans, test procedures, and build documentation\nTroubleshoot and resolve anomalies observed during integration and test operations\nSupport vehicle-level environmental testing (TVAC, vibration, EMI/EMC)\nSupport program milestones including PDR, CDR, MRR, and TRR\nOperate within cleanroom and ESD-controlled environments around flight hardware\nCreate technical documentation and interface control documents (ICDs) for EGSE and AI&T handoffs across teams\nDevelop and run automated test scripts and code for hardware validation and regression testing\nWhat It Takes\nB.S. or M.S. in Electrical, Computer, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline\n5+ years of experience supporting spacecraft flight hardware and integration environments\nExperience architecting and deploying EGSE systems including power, command & telemetry, RF, and custom interfaces\nFamiliarity with spacecraft integration processes and spacecraft build flows\nAbility to lead subsystem and vehicle-level electrical integration and testing\nStrong skills in technical writing, procedure authorship, and troubleshooting\nExperience developing and executing automated test scripts (e.g., Python)\nProficient with test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies\nExperience with code verification and validation best practices\nFamiliarity with ESD-safe handling procedures and cleanroom protocols\nStrong cross-functional awareness and systems-level thinking\nComfortable operating in a fast-paced, iterative environment where priorities shift quickly\nWork location within the LA area\nNice-to-Have Experience\nStrong background in core EE fundamentals (analog/digital circuits, power, grounding, etc.)\nExperience with spacecraft data buses and interfaces (RS422/RS485, SpaceWire, Ethernet, SERDES, LVDS, CAN, Discrete IO, Cameralink)\nFamiliarity with avionics system architecture, electrical power system (EPS) architecture, and spacecraft power modeling\nHands-on experience with ECAD tools like OrCAD or Altium for schematic capture, layout, and parts library management\nExperience with circuit simulation tools (e.g., LTSpice, PSpice)\nExperience with FPGA-based systems and HDL programming (VHDL, Verilog)\nCertification in NASA-STD-8739.4, IPC-620, J-STD-001, IPC-7711/7721\nExperience authoring and validating spacecraft electrical system requirements\nProject management or test campaign leadership experience\nWhat You'll Get\nOwnership – Lead the development and operation of EGSE systems across mission phases\nInnovation – Build custom tools and processes to accelerate integration and test\nImpact – Be a critical enabler for mission readiness and system-level success\nGrowth – Join a rapidly growing engineering team at the core of hardware execution\nCompensation – Competitive salary, equity, and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, generous leave, FSA, 401(k) matching, and equity sharing\nLocation: Hawthorne, CA\nCompensation: $125,000 to $180,000 Annual Salary Depending on Experience\nAdditional Requirements\nTo comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including ITAR, applicants must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual per 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.\nApply now. Join us in building the systems that enable Quantum's spacecraft to launch, integrate, and operate with confidence.","company":"Quantum Space","rawCompany":"quantum space","city":"Hawthorne","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-12T18:49:55.566Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2071.00","title":"Electrical Engineers","slug":"electrical-engineers"},{"code":"17-2072.00","title":"Electronics Engineers, Except Computer","slug":"electronics-engineers-except-computer"},{"code":"17-2011.00","title":"Aerospace Engineers","slug":"aerospace-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"927110","title":"Space Research and Technology","slug":"space-research-and-technology"},{"code":"336414","title":"Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing","slug":"guided-missile-and-space-vehicle-manufacturing"},{"code":"336419","title":"Other Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing","slug":"other-guided-missile-and-space-vehicle-parts-and-auxiliary-equipment-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Electrical AI&T Engineer III - Advanced Programs","description":"Who We're Looking For\nQuantum Space is developing high-performance spacecraft designed for agility, autonomy, and mission longevity in cislunar space. We are seeking a highly skilled Electrical Engineer – EGSE, AI&T to lead the development and integration of electrical ground support equipment (EGSE) systems and to support spacecraft assembly, integration, and test (AI&T) activities.\nThis role is ideal for an experienced electrical engineer who thrives at the intersection of hardware development, systems integration, and test execution. You will be a key contributor to ensuring safe and successful vehicle build-up and mission readiness.\nWhere You'll Make an Impact\nDesign, procure, assemble, and operate EGSE systems for spacecraft AI&T including power distribution, communications, telemetry/command, RF test, and custom hardware interfaces\nDesign and build EGSE harnesses for interfacing test equipment and spacecraft systems\nLead spacecraft electrical system integration across avionics, EPS, communications, and propulsion subsystems\nWrite and execute implementation plans, test procedures, and build documentation\nTroubleshoot and resolve anomalies observed during integration and test operations\nSupport vehicle-level environmental testing (TVAC, vibration, EMI/EMC)\nSupport program milestones including PDR, CDR, MRR, and TRR\nOperate within cleanroom and ESD-controlled environments around flight hardware\nCreate technical documentation and interface control documents (ICDs) for EGSE and AI&T handoffs across teams\nDevelop and run automated test scripts and code for hardware validation and regression testing\nWhat It Takes\nB.S. or M.S. in Electrical, Computer, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline\n5+ years of experience supporting spacecraft flight hardware and integration environments\nExperience architecting and deploying EGSE systems including power, command & telemetry, RF, and custom interfaces\nFamiliarity with spacecraft integration processes and spacecraft build flows\nAbility to lead subsystem and vehicle-level electrical integration and testing\nStrong skills in technical writing, procedure authorship, and troubleshooting\nExperience developing and executing automated test scripts (e.g., Python)\nProficient with test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies\nExperience with code verification and validation best practices\nFamiliarity with ESD-safe handling procedures and cleanroom protocols\nStrong cross-functional awareness and systems-level thinking\nComfortable operating in a fast-paced, iterative environment where priorities shift quickly\nWork location within the LA area\nNice-to-Have Experience\nStrong background in core EE fundamentals (analog/digital circuits, power, grounding, etc.)\nExperience with spacecraft data buses and interfaces (RS422/RS485, SpaceWire, Ethernet, SERDES, LVDS, CAN, Discrete IO, Cameralink)\nFamiliarity with avionics system architecture, electrical power system (EPS) architecture, and spacecraft power modeling\nHands-on experience with ECAD tools like OrCAD or Altium for schematic capture, layout, and parts library management\nExperience with circuit simulation tools (e.g., LTSpice, PSpice)\nExperience with FPGA-based systems and HDL programming (VHDL, Verilog)\nCertification in NASA-STD-8739.4, IPC-620, J-STD-001, IPC-7711/7721\nExperience authoring and validating spacecraft electrical system requirements\nProject management or test campaign leadership experience\nWhat You'll Get\nOwnership – Lead the development and operation of EGSE systems across mission phases\nInnovation – Build custom tools and processes to accelerate integration and test\nImpact – Be a critical enabler for mission readiness and system-level success\nGrowth – Join a rapidly growing engineering team at the core of hardware execution\nCompensation – Competitive salary, equity, and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, generous leave, FSA, 401(k) matching, and equity sharing\nLocation: Hawthorne, CA\nCompensation: $125,000 to $180,000 Annual Salary Depending on Experience\nAdditional Requirements\nTo comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including ITAR, applicants must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual per 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.\nApply now. 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