Take space missions further faster. Backed by a16z.
About the role
Lead integrated test development from concept through production, including test strategy, requirements, and execution plans Design hardware, wiring, and electrical systems to support electrical and RF testing for both production and development needs (fixtures, harnesses, interfaces, rack integration)
What they're looking for
- 4+ Years of Experience + Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
- Strong programming abilities (Python, C++, Rust), and comfort developing in a Linux-based environment
- Hands-on experience with electrical test equipment such as power supplies, DC loads, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and network analyzers
- Experience root-causing issues in integrated electronics (mixed-signal, digital, RF-adjacent systems)
- Familiarity with MIL-STD-810 test methods, including vibration, shock, and thermal testing
- Experience designing test racks / ATE systems (PXI, USB/LXI instrumentation, custom interfaces) and scaling them into production
More about this role
Northwood is a modern space infrastructure company bringing the benefits of space to the masses through advanced communications technology. We are building a global network of phased array ground stations that enable real-time, reliable communication for satellite missions such as national security, global connectivity, and disaster response. With a vertically integrated approach, Northwood designs, builds, and rapidly deploys scalable systems that power the next generation of space missions. If you like solving complex challenges and seeing your work deployed around the world with real impact, Northwood is the place to do it.
Lead integrated test development from concept through production, including test strategy, requirements, and execution plans
Design hardware, wiring, and electrical systems to support electrical and RF testing for both production and development needs (fixtures, harnesses, interfaces, rack integration)
Develop modular and reusable test automation software, including frameworks, drivers, and tooling in Linux environments using Python / Rust / C++
Own test maintainability and reliability across the lifecycle — defining calibration, upkeep, debugging, and...
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