About the job
At the forefront of the aerospace industry, spacecraft are becoming a pivotal element in meeting urgent demands. With a surge in launch vehicles and a decrease in orbital costs, an increasing number of companies are emerging to deliver payloads to space.
For the first time, the combination of a growing number of payload companies and lower launch costs has created an unprecedented demand for commercial spacecraft platforms, also known as satellite buses. These buses are essential for carrying our customers' payloads into orbit.
Apex specializes in the large-scale manufacturing of these satellite buses by leveraging advanced software, vertical integration, and purpose-built hardware. Our spacecraft are designed to enable the future of society, contributing to various applications including Earth observation, communications, and beyond.
We invite you to be part of our mission to provide humanity with access to the cosmos beyond our planet.
About the Role
In the role of Integration & Test Lead Engineer, you will be instrumental in transforming advanced satellite platform designs into flight-ready systems. You will engage in the integration, testing, and qualification phases of the product lifecycle, ensuring that the spacecraft meets system requirements and is reliable for flight.
This position entails full ownership of system-level integration, verification, anomaly resolution, and flight readiness.
Responsibilities
System Integration & Test Ownership
Plan, coordinate, and execute system-level integration of spacecraft subsystems.
Oversee and support system-level testing, including:
Functional and performance testing.
Environmental testing (vibration, thermal-vacuum).
Develop, review, and approve system-level test procedures.
Analyze test data and lead anomaly investigations and resolutions.
Verification, Validation & Flight Readiness
Own verification and validation of platform-level system requirements.
Maintain system-level verification artifacts, test reports, and compliance documentation.
Support qualification, acceptance, and flight readiness reviews.
Assist with launch site activities and on-orbit commissioning as necessary.
Execution & Risk Management
Implement risk management strategies and ensure project timelines are met.
