Spacecraft Systems Integration and Test Responsible Engineer (Early)

About this role

Join Apex as a Spacecraft Systems Integration and Test Responsible Engineer to oversee the transformation of satellite platform designs into flight-ready systems. You'll manage component and system-level testing, lead anomaly investigations, and ensure products meet performance requirements through verification and validation activities in a fast-growing aerospace manufacturing company.

What you'll do

• Oversee component and system-level functional and performance testing
• Develop and approve system-level test procedures with clearly defined success criteria
• Analyze test data and lead anomaly investigation and resolution
• Identify and implement test improvements including automation and equipment upgrades
• Maintain verification artifacts, test reports, and compliance documentation
• Collaborate with production, quality, and engineering teams on continuous improvement

What they're looking for

• System integration and test experience
• Satellite subsystems knowledge
• Test procedure development and review
• Anomaly analysis and root cause investigation
• Problem-solving and communication
• Flight hardware or testbed experience (preferred)
• Root cause analysis methods
• Production environment operations (preferred)

Benefits

• Equity ownership in the company
• 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 15-20+ days vacation plus 10 paid holidays
• 401(k) with 100% match on first 3%, 50% on next 2%
• 8 weeks paid parental leave and childcare reimbursement
• Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks