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About AstroForge

AstroForge mines asteroids to extract valuable minerals in space at lower cost and smaller carbon footprint than terrestrial mining. We offer a unique opportunity to join a team expanding humanity's capabilities in space.

The Role

You will integrate spacecraft subsystems into flight-ready vehicles and verify performance through rigorous testing, ensuring missions launch on schedule and operate reliably in space.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support mechanical, electrical, and system integration of spacecraft subsystems, including structures, avionics, propulsion, power, and payloads
• Develop, execute, and document integration and test procedures for component, subsystem, and system-level testing
• Perform functional, environmental, and performance testing including thermal vacuum, vibration, EMI/EMC, and acoustic testing
• Coordinate with systems engineering, avionics, and software teams to troubleshoot anomalies during integration and test campaigns
• Build and maintain ground support equipment and test fixtures to support integration and test activities
• Track and report test results, non-conformances, and corrective actions through the verification and validation process
• Support pre-launch operations, including final spacecraft checkout, fueling, and integration with the launch vehicle
• Maintain detailed records and documentation to ensure full traceability of test data and configuration changes
• Continuously improve integration and test processes, tooling, and procedures to increase efficiency and reliability

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• Experience integrating and testing complex systems in aerospace, aviation, automotive, or related field
• Familiarity with spacecraft subsystems such as avionics, power, propulsion, ADCS, or communications
• Experience with environmental testing (thermal vacuum, vibration, shock) and associated test equipment
• Working knowledge of electrical test equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies) and basic wiring and harness practices
• Ability to read and work from schematics, mechanical drawings, and interface control documents
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and comfort working hands-on with flight hardware
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings or weekends, during critical test and launch campaigns

ITAR Requirements

Applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15), or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary ranges by level:

• Level 2: $110,500 to $138,650
• Level 3: $135,500 to $172,000

Benefits include 100% paid medical, dental, and life insurance coverage; vision and FSA benefits; 3 weeks PTO plus 1 week sick time; 10 paid holidays; 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match; and equity.