Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE) Engineer III Verified today

About the role

As an Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE) Engineer III at Sierra Space, you will lead and contribute to advanced testing and validation of aerospace systems and components. You will create custom test systems that provide critical functions for Dream Chaser power systems (from test through launch and landing) and communications test racks used on satellite flat sats.

This role requires electrical, mechanical, and software skills. While expertise in all three domains is not required, you must have a basic understanding and ability to perform tasks in each area.

Working with multi-disciplinary teams, you will help define requirements, complete detailed designs, write software, and support execution. You will be responsible for electrical interfaces of vehicles and best practices for safely connecting equipment. Tasks include selecting high-quality components such as DAQs, power supplies, and relays; creating robust wiring designs; and integrating everything through software.

Key responsibilities

• Apply expertise in test engineering principles and practices such as dynamics, thermal, measurement, HSI, software testing, and integration to solve broad technical problems
• Work in multi-disciplinary design and development teams, providing guidance to less experienced engineers
• Represent Test Engineering in requirements management, system design, and systems integration
• Plan, conduct, and document Verification and Validation (V&V) activities
• Read and interpret schematics, use service manuals, follow test procedures, and apply logical troubleshooting techniques
• Utilize various testing equipment, standards, and methodologies to support validation efforts
• Prepare and document detailed technical data, reports, and analyses to support engineering initiatives
• Communicate technical concepts clearly to team members, senior engineers, and stakeholders

Minimum qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree, or Master's plus 3 years experience)
• Typically 5+ years of related experience
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance (required)
• General expertise in one area of test engineering principles and practices (dynamics, thermal, measurement, HSI, software test, integration, or equivalent)
• Ability to effectively work in multi-disciplinary design and development teams
• Experience with requirements management, system design, and systems integration
• Experience planning, conducting, and documenting Verification and Validation (V&V) activities
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, use service manuals, follow test procedures, and use logical troubleshooting techniques
• General expertise with various testing equipment, standards, and methodologies

Preferred qualifications

• Proficiency with advanced engineering software tools such as LabVIEW, MATLAB, or TestStand for testing and validation
• Experience with environmental testing equipment such as thermal chambers, vibration tables, and data acquisition systems
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively
• Demonstrated ability to rapidly learn and apply new concepts and methodologies in test engineering
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development in aerospace engineering
• Experience building and/or designing custom electronics boxes containing power supplies, voltage transformers, data acquisition modules, switches, and relays
• Experience using serial or Ethernet connections to communicate with and control instruments such as power supplies and oscilloscopes
• Familiarity with sensor types and their communication methods (e.g., 4-20 mA signals, digital instrumentation, load cells, strain gauges, current and voltage meters)
• Experience with basic electronics components (filters, relays, switches, connectors including bayonet, D-sub, banana jacks)
• Familiarity with motors and motor controllers
• Experience using NI.com DAQ hardware and software
• Strong leadership and collaboration skills to work effectively within cross-functional teams
• Excellent communication skills to clearly convey complex technical information to diverse audiences
• Proven problem-solving skills and ability to develop and implement innovative solutions
• Experience representing the organization to external stakeholders such as suppliers, partners, and industry bodies

Compensation

Pay range: $112,694.00 to $154,975.25 annually. Your actual base compensation will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, experience, internal equity, and market competitiveness.

Employment requirements

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance.

Benefits

Sierra Space offers a generous benefit package including medical, dental, and vision plans; 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%; life insurance; 3 weeks paid time off; and more.