Satellite System Integration & Test (SEIT) Engineer

Confidential Aerospace Client (via SET Development)

Position Overview

A leading aerospace organization is seeking a Satellite System Integration & Test (SEIT) Engineer to support spacecraft verification, validation, and system integration.

This role sits at the intersection of systems engineering, test execution, and hardware/software integration, supporting satellite programs from requirements through formal validation.

Key Responsibilities

Verification & Validation

• Translate requirements into verification strategies, test plans, and procedures
• Execute testing across Flatsat, HWIL, and SWIL environments
• Develop automated test scripts (TCL, Python, or similar)
• Serve as Test Conductor for formal validation events
• Troubleshoot hardware/software issues and document results, anomalies, and closures
• Support cross-functional integration and test execution

System Support

• Assist with requirements decomposition and system architecture artifacts
• Contribute to CONOPS, interface documentation, and trade studies

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM field
• 3+ years in aerospace systems, integration, or test engineering
• Experience with verification, validation, or integration activities
• Experience with test automation/scripting (TCL, Python, or similar)
• Familiarity with systems engineering processes and test documentation

Preferred Experience

• Hands-on experience with Flatsat, HWIL/SWIL, or simulation environments
• Experience troubleshooting integrated hardware/software systems
• Familiarity with command & control systems (e.g., TERMA CCS5 or similar)

What Matters

• Ability to execute and support real test campaigns
• Comfortable working across hardware, software, and system interfaces
• Experience supporting or leading validation events and readiness reviews

Details

• Location: Hybrid or onsite (program dependent)
• Engagement: Contract, Contract-to-Hire, or Direct Hire
• Compensation: Competitive, based on experience

About the Engagement

This role is supported by SET Development, providing specialized engineering talent to leading aerospace and defense programs.

Client details shared during the interview process.

 

Eligibility Requirements

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• U.S. citizenship may be required for certain programs or customer requirements.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Ability to work for extended periods at a computer workstation.
• Ability to participate in virtual meetings and teleconferences.
• Ability to travel domestically as required.

Equal Opportunity Statement

SET Development, LLC is an Equal Opportunity organization. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.