Sr. Electrical Test & Validation Engineer

Terran Orbital Corporation
Irvine, CA

Join a team where your impact reaches beyond the stars! At Terran Orbital youre not just part of the system youre a vital force propelling our mission forward. As trailblazers in satellite manufacturing and aerospace innovation we shatter boundaries daily to deliver groundbreaking solutions that power our nations defense and commercial missions. We are a unique fast growing and trusted team dedicated to swiftly and efficiently designing building launching and operating state of the art satellites for advanced mission constellations. If youre driven by purpose inspired by challenges and ready to leave your mark on the universe youll find a home and endless opportunities for growth here. Together lets redefine what is possible in orbit and beyond!

Terran Orbital is seeking an experienced Sr. Electrical Test & Validation Engineer to join our dynamic team. Reporting to the EPS Test & Sustaining Engineering Manager the Sr. Electrical Test & Validation Engineer will be on the forefront of innovative designs to maintain power to satellites in space.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

  • Own development of test boxes PCBA testers harnesses and all materials needed to execute on component level validation activities.
  • Develop specifications related to validation of modules from prototype phase to supporting mission launches.
  • Conduct PCBA and Module level design validation to standards and specifications.
  • Troubleshoot system level failures encountered and analyze for root cause analysis using core principles of design.
  • Support and work cross functionally with integrated test teams with test set up and execution.
  • Participate in design reviews with design for quality mindset.
  • Participate and contribute in DFMEAs for new module designs.

Qualifications and Skills

  • BS Electrical Engineering or Related Field
  • 5 years experience in a module test environment including test procedure creation and execution.
  • Familiarity with reviewing schematics.
  • Able to demonstrate ability to use lab equipment such as scopes DAQs and Soldering Equipment.
  • Passion to innovate and improve upon the status quo.
  • Willingness to push outside your comfort zone in the pursuit of learning and growing the future of power storage in space.
  • U.S. Person or lawful permanent resident to comply with U.S. government space technology export regulations.

Your actual level and base salary will be determined case-by-case and may vary based on the job-related qualification knowledge skills education and addition to base salary we offer 100% covered medical dental and vision coverage a 401(k) match Flexible Time Off (FTO) covered life insurance maternity and paternity leave tuition reimbursement employee referrals and lots of swag!

Salary Range

$110000 - $150000 USD

Benefits

  • 100% Company-paid comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage for you and your dependents
  • 401(k) Match
  • Flexible Time Off (FTO)
  • Education Reimbursement
  • Competitive Paid Parental Leave

About Terran Orbital

Terran Orbital is a leading manufacturer of satellite products primarily serving the aerospace and defense industries. Terran Orbital provides end-to-end satellite solutions by combining satellite design production launch planning mission operations and on-orbit support to meet the needs of the most demanding military civil and commercial customers. Learn more at

Physical Demands

An employee must meet the physical demands described to perform the essential functions of this job performing the duties of this job the employee is routinely required to sit or stand for long durations of time in addition to bending reaching and walking. This would require the ability to lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. This position is generally sedentary with substantial computer usage.

Work Environment

The job operates in a professional office environment but in a manufacturing company. This job routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers phones photocopiers and scanners.

Disclaimers

To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations the applicant must be a U.S. citizen lawful permanent resident of the U.S. protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of addition please note that this position may require a current United States National Security clearance or eligibility for such a clearance.

Terran Orbital is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race color religion age national origin ancestry ethnicity gender gender identity gender expression sexual orientation marital status veteran status disability genetic information or membership in any other group protected by federal state or local law.

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability you may contact us at .

Terran Orbital does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters employment agencies or staffing firms. To conduct business with Terran Orbital a Master Services Agreement (MSA) must be executed and confirmed prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed MSA Terran Orbital shall not be responsible to any individual or entity for any payment relating to any form of fee or compensation.

And in the event that a resume or candidate is submitted by a recruiter an employment agency or a staffing firm without a fully executed MSA Terran Orbital has the unrestricted right to pursue and hire any of those candidate(s) without any legal or financial responsibility to the recruiter agency and/or firm.

Required Experience:

Senior IC

Posted 2025-11-21

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