Spacecraft Test Engineer: Vibration & TVAC Lead

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xonaspacesystemsBurlingame (CA)

Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians Space Research and Technology

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About the role

Xona-Space-Systems in Burlingame, CA, seeks a Spacecraft Test Engineer to own mechanical and environmental testing across the spacecraft development lifecycle, from R&D through first-article qualification. Lead vibration tests and TVAC campaigns, design test fixtures and instrumentation, develop test methods, and review data to drive design improvements with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidate has 3+ years of relevant experience, a bachelor's in mechanical or aerospace engineering, and

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