Test Engineer - Satellite Hardware

About this role

Lynk seeks a Test Engineer to design and execute hardware testing for satellite payload systems, including bench-level debugging, test fixture development, and automation of verification procedures. The role combines hands-on electronics work with ground support equipment development for space technology validation.

What you'll do

• Integrate space hardware and design test beds, fixtures, and procedures for payload verification
• Develop and maintain Electronic Ground Support Equipment (EGSE) for satellite testing
• Perform bench-level troubleshooting and debugging during functional and environmental testing
• Collaborate with engineers to optimize testing procedures and policies
• Automate testing and data collection tools for reliable, repeatable verification
• Support testing before, during, and after environmental and functional validation

What they're looking for

• RF lab equipment operation (oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, vector network analyzers)
• Microcontrollers, FPGAs, single-board computers, and software-defined radios
• Programming in C++, C, Python, or MATLAB
• Linux and Windows systems administration
• 3D CAD software (SolidWorks preferred)
• Schematic design and IC datasheet interpretation
• Space hardware design, integration, and test experience
• EMI/environmental testing and GD&T tolerance analysis