Test Engineer IV- HIL-SIL Lead

At Sierra Space, we are seeking leaders to guide our vision of a future where humanity lives and works in space, on moons, and on distant planets. People are married, children are born, families are raised, businesses are built, and new civilizations thrive. Sierra Space builds and delivers the future of space transportation, destinations and infrastructure, offering "space-as-a-service" in support of the new space economy. We are looking for a Senior Test Engineer to develop, execute and manage our new Hardware in the Loop / Software in the loop lab space in support of our Space Destinations efforts. This position will be based out of the Sierra Space Centennial Colorado office location.
Become part of our team developing the first independent commercial space station. This space station is based
on our expandable LIFETM habitat, serviced by the Dream Chaser® spaceplane, and will provide the facilities and services for commercial research, manufacturing and tourism.
Sierra Space, based in Louisville, Colorado with operations in Madison, Wisconsin, Durham, North Carolina, and Kennedy Space Center, Florida, designs and manufactures advanced spacecraft, satellites, propulsion and environmental systems, spacecraft subsystems and components for the U.S. government (including NASA), commercial customers and international organizations. Learn more about Sierra Space
The Space Destinations organization imagines a future where people routinely live and work in space. We will give humanity platforms in space that will enable new discoveries to benefit life on earth. We are hands-on, embrace risk, and move quickly to fly impactful solutions for our customers. We are looking for a Senior Test Engineer to be intimately involved in leading the early development and deployment of our space destinations' Hardware in the Loop / Software in the Loop (HIL/SIL) lab space.
As the Senior Test Engineer - HIL/SIL Lead at Sierra Space, you will be leading a team of engineers and technicians to develop and execute the HIL/SIL lab for Space Destinations. You will be using your skills and expertise to develop and evaluate early lab requirements and work with sub-system leads to incorporate new systems for the lab. You'll develop complex test plans and procedures for a variety of systems for execution in the HILS/SIL lab. You will also be involved with the execution of the tests using top industry tools. As a cross functional engineer, you'll test at both the system and component level new products and develop new test processes throughout the product lifecycle.
Sierra Space, based in Louisville, Colorado with operations in Madison, Wisconsin, Durham, North Carolina, and Kennedy Space Center, Florida, designs and manufactures advanced spacecraft, satellites, propulsion and environmental systems, spacecraft subsystems and components for the U.S. government (including NASA), commercial customers and international organizations. Learn more about Sierra Space
Must-haves:

• Bachelor's of Science degree in Engineering or related discipline and typically 10 or more years of relevant experience. Experience may be considered in lieu of Education. Higher education may be considered in lieu of experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of engineering principles and practices
• Experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams
• Experience in the establishment and operations of an Aerospace HIL/SIL laboratory space
• Demonstrated experience planning, conducting and documenting Verification and Validation (V&V) activities based on established test requirements

Preferred:

• Expert in test design and execution of complex, integrated products or systems, including spacecraft, aircraft, ships, or other similar large and complex systems that incorporate electrical, mechanical, and software components
• Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or similar degree
• Adept at defining and implementing test scripts and code (e.g., Python, LabVIEW, MATLAB) for control, telemetry, data acquisition, and analysis of complex integrated systems
• Experience with the design and use of Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE) including power supplies, controls, instruments, sensors, networking equipment, communications equipment (including RF signal/network analyzers), data acquisition equipment, and associated software and wiring
• Experience with interpreting and designing testing to fit electrical and network schematics and channelization tables
• Experience with software testing including functionality, performance, and regression testing
• Experience with a variety of instrumentation and sensors to test electrical, mechanical, optical, etc. characteristics
• Experience with various testing equipment, standards, and methodologies to include manual and automated testing
• Ability to prepare complex and professional test plans, test procedures, and test reports in order to demonstrate compliance to system requirements
• Familiarity with Product and Quality Assurance principles and experienced in generation and disposition of product non-conformances
• Experience performing certification testing for various certification organizations (i.e., FAA, NASA, DoD)
• Ability to read schematics, use service manuals, follow test procedures, and use logical trouble shooting techniques
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance may be required Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances

IMPORTANT NOTICE:
To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant 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 or U.S. Department of Commerce.
With 30+ years of proven spaceflight heritage, Sierra Space has provided more than 4,000 space systems, subsystems and components to customers worldwide, and participated in more than 500 missions to space, including to Mars. The company has technology in production and in development to enable space habitats for short- and long-duration space travel, a fleet of Dream Chaser spaceplanes, and the first free-flying commercial space station. Please visit www.sierraspace.com to learn more about Sierra Space, its business areas, capabilities, programs, products and services
Physical/Mental/Emotional Requirements:

• Frequently walk, sit, stand, climb stairs and steps
• Frequently repeat same hand, arm, and finger motion many times to include finger and hand dexterity
• Rarely lifting or carrying up to 25 lbs.

Working Conditions:

• Rarely exposed to outdoor elements (high/low temperatures, sun, rain/snow, etc.)
• Rarely exposed to fumes or hazardous chemicals/materials
• Rarely exposed to loud noises

Safety Sensitive Position:

• Responsible for the safety or security of people or property
• Inspects structures, equipment or vehicles

Estimated Starting Salary Range: $120,552.10 - $165,759.14
Sierra Space offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.
Sierra Space offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 8%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.
At Sierra Space, our mission is to dream, innovate, inspire and empower the next generation to transform humanity through technology and imagination. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome our employees to bring their whole selves to their work. Sierra Space is committed to fostering an inclusive, accepting, and diverse environment free of discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Contributions to Sierra Space come in many shapes and styles, and we believe diversity in our workforce fosters new and greater ways to dream, innovate, and inspire.