Launch Engineer - Avionics Integration & Test

Skills

About the Role

You will be responsible for integrating all avionics flight hardware on the launch vehicle at the final stages of build in the launch hangar at the historic LC-14. You will need a diverse understanding of electrical, mechanical, and software interfaces necessary to integrate and operate the launch vehicle, including the design, build, and procurement of electrical ground support equipment required to support launch operations in the hangar and on the launch pad. You will work closely with the avionics, fluids, structures, software, and manufacturing teams to define integration, electrical checkout, avionics test and operations sequences that will culminate in the first launch of the NOVA rocket. You will seek out state-of-the-art solutions to difficult problems and assist in defining company standards for avionics integration and test at the launch site. You must be ready to stay focused, move fast, self-direct, and learn on the fly.

Requirements

• B.S. degree in electrical engineering, electronics engineering, mechatronics engineering, or a related computer or engineering degree
• 5+ years of experience in a related role working on avionics / electrical / flight termination systems for launch vehicles or ground support equipment
• Practical and theoretical knowledge of electrical design, integration, and testing
• Proficient creating and implementing procedures and automated test sequences
• Experienced in design and building ground support or automation equipment for vehicle power-up, testing, and validation of launch vehicle systems
• Strong electrical engineering and/or RF fundamentals
• Ability to diagnose and resolve issues with electrical systems, instrumentation systems, and control systems
• Hands-on experience with multimeters, clamp meters, oscilloscopes, megohmmeters, ground resistance testers, and/or loop impedance testers
• Proficient with 2D CAD software and Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, and Visio
• Willing and able to travel and work in various environments (indoor, outdoor, & marine environments)
• Ability to prioritize and execute
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Ability to pass USSF background check for Cape Canaveral Space Force Station
• Willing to relocate to Cape Canaveral, FL

Responsibilities

• Develop a complete understanding of mechanical, electrical, and software interfaces necessary to integrate and operate the launch vehicle
• Own Nova stage integrated avionics systems from receipt, tests checks, integration, and through launch operations
• Develop electrical ground support equipment systems and integration and test plans for the complete stage and engine avionics system
• Coordinate with component owners, software and other engineering disciplines to identify and correct integration issues early in the design cycle
• Facilitate and utilize hardware-in-the-loop test solutions to validate vehicle configurations and develop continuous integration test objectives
• Plan, author, and execute system integration and vehicle checkout tests and sequences at the launch site
• Troubleshoot electrical hardware issues on the Nova vehicle, and coordinate with component owners to drive corrective actions and design changes
• Develop day of flight procedures and sequences for battery charging, avionics health checking, and vehicle launch and recovery
• Support integrated stage and hot fire testing at Cape Canaveral
• Operate the vehicle avionics system through day-of launch and recovery

Benefits

• Equity in the form of stock options
• Comprehensive benefits program including subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• 4 weeks' Paid Time Off
• Holidays – 10 days (including an end-of-year closure)
• Paid Family/Parental Leave
• On-site gym or monthly wellness stipend (depending on location)
• Dog friendly offices