Spacecraft Systems Integration Engineer

About this role

Join Apex as a Spacecraft Systems Integration Engineer to oversee testing and verification of commercial satellite platforms from design through flight readiness. You'll bridge engineering, test, and production to ensure spacecraft meet performance requirements and operate reliably in orbit.

What you'll do

• Oversee component and system-level functional and performance testing
• Develop, review, and approve test procedures with clearly defined success criteria
• Analyze test data and lead anomaly investigation and resolution efforts
• Drive test improvements through automation, methodology refinement, and equipment upgrades
• Maintain verification artifacts, test reports, and compliance documentation
• Support qualification reviews and communicate system status to internal teams and customers

What they're looking for

• Systems integration and test engineering
• Satellite subsystem knowledge and system-level interactions
• Test procedure development and data analysis
• Problem-solving and root cause analysis
• Technical communication with stakeholders
• Flight hardware or testbed experience (preferred)
• Production environment experience (preferred)
• Risk assessment and documentation

Benefits

• Equity ownership in well-funded aerospace startup ($500M+ raised)
• 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents
• 15-20+ days vacation plus 10 paid holidays annually
• Competitive 401(k) matching (100% on first 3%, 50% on next 2%)
• 8 weeks paid parental leave and childcare reimbursement support
• $100k life insurance at no cost