Electrical Test Engineer - Launch Vehicle Systems

Kent, WA

Contract Position

$65.00 - $70.00/Hourly

Join a cutting-edge aerospace team supporting the integrated system testing of launch vehicles designed for human spaceflight missions. This role combines electrical test engineering, data acquisition, and Python automation to validate critical flight hardware and ensure system reliability throughout ground and flight test campaigns.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning, development, and execution of integrated launch vehicle testing with emphasis on electrical subsystems and system-level validation.
• Design, configure, and optimize data acquisition (DAQ) systems, instrumentation, and control systems for test operations.
• Develop and maintain Python automation scripts for test execution, data collection, analysis, and post-processing activities.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with electrical, mechanical, software, and systems engineering teams to create test procedures and validation plans.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems, instrumentation, and DAQ-related issues during test campaigns and root cause investigations.
• Analyze test data, document results, and provide technical recommendations to improve system performance and reliability.
• Support ground and flight test operations while ensuring compliance with aerospace quality and safety standards.
• Maintain detailed technical documentation including test configurations, procedures, reports, and audit records.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in electrical test engineering, integrated systems testing, or hardware validation.
• Experience with data acquisition systems (DAQ), instrumentation, sensors, and control systems.
• Strong proficiency in Python scripting for automation, test execution, and data analysis.
• Knowledge of system-level troubleshooting, failure analysis, and test validation methodologies.
• Background working within aerospace, launch vehicle, space systems, defense, or other highly regulated engineering environments preferred.
• Experience supporting multidisciplinary engineering teams in fast-paced development environments.
• Ability to work onsite in Kent, WA.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Launch vehicle, spacecraft, propulsion, or avionics testing experience.
• Familiarity with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing, telemetry systems, or flight instrumentation.
• Experience supporting human-rated or mission-critical systems.

Still have questions? Reach out toRob- (Email) rob.veulemanmoseleytechnical.comWhat to Expect

Moseley Technical Services, Inc. (Moseley) was incorporated in 1994 to provide engineering and professional services to the aerospace/defense, manufacturing, government, and commercial industries. Our Mission is to deliver superior service to our customers and employees. We have been successful in our vision by building long-term relationships with customers and employees through integrity, transparency, and appreciation.

We stand by our 30 year-old commitment of “World Class Service. World Class Company.”

Moseley Technical Services, Inc. is an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled Employer.

• Applicants selected for employment will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening and background investigation which may include education, criminal and work history verifications.
• Accepted applicants will have the opportunity to be eligible for benefits, including medical and supplemental insurance and a 401K. Appreciation and gratitude for employees is a hallspan of organizations with low turnover.
• Final Pay offered will be based on experience.

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