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Contractor, Staff Electrical Test Engineer (Test Engineer)
Littleton, COApril 6th, 2026
Redwire is accelerating humanity's expansion into space by delivering reliable, economical and sustainable infrastructure for future generations.Redwire specializes in the development and delivery of spacecraft, aerospace structures, mechanisms, and thermal control solutions. The business unit performs design, analysis, testing, and fabrication of advanced technologies through the complete concept-to-flight development cycle.SummaryRedwire Space Missions has a current opportunity for aContractor, Staff, Electrical Test Engineer for up to 6 monthslocated at our facility in Littleton, CO. You will design the test plans, hardware and scripts required to validate deliverable space-grade hardware. Ensuring mission success by validating our hardware will work as intended in the extreme environmental conditions of outer space after a turbulent launch assent. You will have the opportunity to work on projects of all sizes including such high-profile programs as the human-rated Orion program.ResponsibilitiesTest procedure development for component and/or spacecraft I&T (Electrical Checkouts, RF Comm, Prop, GN&C, Thermal, etc.)Executes test procedures, to include safe to mate, power on and functional testingProduces reports on each test activity and tracks test metricsPreform trouble shooting of anomalies and failures and resolve through root cause corrective actionReviewing electrical schematics, wiring interconnect diagrams, electrical component spec sheetsOperation of component/spacecraft EGSE: power supplies, electronic loads, DMM, O-Scopes, RF Test Equipment (VNA, Spec-A, Telem receiver, modems)Some travel may be required (SJC, ABQ, LAX)Ideal ExperienceBachelor's degree with 8+ years of experience. Willing to accept experience in lieu of degreeProfessional experience in aerospace test engineering or related fieldElectrical/Electronics testing experience at unit and/or subsystem level. Troubleshooting as neededAbility to support testing outside of business hours including overnight and weekends on occasionDesired SkillsExperience using Epsilon 3 for test procedure, development and executionExperience with environmental testing, such as bench supplies and scopes with no support from more senior techsExperience and understanding of AS9100 industry standard practicesElectronic testing at spacecraft levelFlatSat, hardware in the Loop (testbed) design and operationsFailure analysis experience such as Ishikawa (fishbone), "5-Why", etc.Experienced with frequent use and application of technical standards, principles, and theoriesStrong written and oral communication skillsPossess strong leadership skills and a resiliently positive attitudeBasic MS Word & MS Excel competency (advanced MS Office & Office 365 skills a plus)Previous experience with Spacecraft level test development and hands on testing.Spacecraft Ground Systems (COSMOS/OpenC3, InControl, etc.)Linux, scripting (Python, etc.)Familiar with cleanroom operations for Spacecraft I&TRequirements analysis and test methodsGrow with us as we innovate the next generation capabilities for a new era of space exploration!We offer a highly competitive benefits package along with a commitment to our core values of Integrity, Innovation, Impact, Inclusion, and Excellence.Pay range:$56.00 - $96.00/hourDon't meet every single requirement above? No worries.We want people who can grow, collaborate and build a stronger team.We strive to build a diverse and inclusive culture, so if you're excited about this job posting, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.Redwire is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Redwire is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.All offers of employment at Redwire are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check and your ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the US.Note that some positions will also require US citizenship or ability to obtain a security clearance due to requirements of a classified program.To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITARClick Here
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