Automation & Controls Engineer — Spacecraft Test Systems

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xyz venture capitalMillbrae (CA)

Mechatronics Engineers Space Research and Technology

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Astranis is seeking an Automation & Controls Engineering Associate for Winter 2027 to help build automated test infrastructure for satellite hardware during environmental testing. You will work at the intersection of hardware and software, collaborating with engineers from design through operational support. Responsibilities include designing and commissioning automated test systems, owning electrical controls hardware and safety interlocks, and integrating systems with thermal, vibration,

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