p>Required Qualifications: Strong understanding of product lifecycle development and Systems Engineering practices, primarily focused on AI&T activities Hardware and software test planning and execution experience Strong understanding of space vehicle AI&T campaigns for government and/or NASA programs Experience testing and troubleshooting space vehicles, and their related components and systems Experience with spacecraft command and control systems, simulators, software test benches and other electrical ground support equipment Ability to lead and manage various test engineering activities with both internal and external partners Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering discipline A minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience Self-motivated, focused, and driven to meet critical deadlines Excellent organization and time management skills Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the AI&T effort for a major space program throughout the full product lifecycle Plan the space vehicle and subsystem test efforts (including the sequence of activities, required facilities, special test equipment, personnel, schedule, risks, and opportunities) Work with Systems Engineering to develop test plans and procedures in support of requirements verification & validation activities Identify and select facilities to perform major AI&T events Write, review, update, and execute test plans, test procedures and test scripts Develop and implement system for creation, tracking, and execution of test procedures and test scripts Work closely with system integrators to support development of program integration & test plans and practices Prepare and give presentations to internal team, management, customers, and partners Own company-wide testing and verification & validation processes and practices.